MQ-9 UAS Pilot II - Rotational (Yuma, AZ)

Amentum•Yuma, AZ

About The Position

The MQ-9 UAS Pilot II acts as pilot in command (PIC) of MQ-9A aircraft and provides for safe aircraft operation at CONUS and/or OCONUS locations. The role supports a rotational schedule: the pilot travels to a CONUS work location, supports operations for approximately three months, and then returns home for approximately three months off before beginning the next rotation. The pilot participates in all phases of flight, including planning and briefing, execution, debriefing, and crew resource management. The position also provides expertise in unmanned aircraft operations and technical support for safely and efficiently integrating UAS into the National Airspace System (NAS), in collaboration with US Government organizations and the Original Equipment Manufacturer.

Requirements

Active Secret US Government clearance and eligibility for a Top Secret clearance; US citizenship is required to obtain either clearance.
BA/BS from an accredited college or university in engineering, business, logistics, management, mathematics, sciences, or professional aeronautics, with 5+ years in the performance and execution of US military requirements.
At least one year within the last 10 years performing MQ-9A pilot duties in US Naval or USAF UAS flight operations.
Qualified or previously qualified MQ-9A Pilot, with a Form 8/NATOPS evaluation within the last three years.
At least 50 hours as an MQ-9A Pilot-In-Command.
Current FAA Class I or Class II Medical Certificate, or DOD equivalent.
Ability to travel on CONUS rotations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact professionally with multiple levels of management, customers, and peers.
Ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
Ability to work as part of a team to accomplish mission requirements.

Nice To Haves

Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
Qualified or previously qualified MQ-9A SATCOM Launch and Recovery (SLR) Pilot, with documentation within the last three years.
Qualified or previously qualified MQ-9A Line of Sight Launch and Recovery (LOS L/R) Pilot, with a Form 8/NATOPS evaluation within the last three years.
Current or previous qualification as an MQ-9A instructor pilot.

Responsibilities

Act as pilot in command of MQ-9A aircraft and provide safe aircraft operation in CONUS and/or OCONUS locations.
Participate in all phases of flight, including planning and briefing, execution, debriefing, and crew resource management.
Adhere to applicable military, civilian, ICAO, and FAA flight rules and regulations.
Provide expertise in unmanned aircraft operation.
Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
Provide technical knowledge and experience to facilitate safe and efficient UAS integration into the NAS, collaborating with US Government organizations and the Original Equipment Manufacturer.
Support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity or safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing risk to airspace users or people and property on the ground beyond the risks associated with comparable new technologies.
Perform other related duties as assigned.