UAS Pilot (P2)

RTX•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking an Air Vehicle Operator to support Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) research and development efforts for operational government customers within the Intelligence Community. This position is responsible for operating multirotor, fixed-wing, and rotorcraft UAS using Ground Control Station (GCS) software and Radio Control transmitter/receivers. The position works in Tucson and requires travel to remote field locations during test activities.

Requirements

Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two (2) years of prior relevant experience required
Experience with Radio-controlled aircraft
An FAA Part 107 certification and FAA Medical Certificate.
U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Academy of Model Aeronautics membership
Operate RC stable and unstable aircraft in stable and unstable flight conditions, perform gain-tuning, launch and recover fixed-wing RC aircraft manually.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be able to lift and move equipment in excess of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Act as an internal and external UAS pilot.
Perform UAS test pilot activities, including operating stable and unstable aircraft in varying flight conditions, perform gain tuning, and fly manual launch and recovery profiles for fixed wing UAS.
Operate GCS software (Piccolo, ArduPilot, UgCS, etc.).
Coordinate and conduct UAV flight testing, training and demo flights.
Interact with customers, technical and production staff as required for testing operations.
Plan, coordinate, and conduct testing events.
Review test objectives and success criteria.