UAS Pilot
About The Position
CACI is seeking a UAS Pilot to perform operational duties with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) fixed-wing and rotary unmanned aircraft platforms and supporting systems. The role supports intelligence gathering for mission planning and sensor or payload operations, as well as launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remotely piloted ground and air vehicle systems. The pilot supports training and test events, flight operations, technical analysis, intelligence sharing, and training of military personnel. The position requires independent work and collaboration within a small team, with travel throughout the United States and overseas, potentially to conflict areas.
Requirements
- Experience with DCMA 8210, HQDA 228-24, and AR951.
- Active Secret security clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance.
- Experience instructing large groups of low- and high-ranking personnel in a military environment.
- A BA/BS with 0–3 years of experience, an AA/AS with 4 years of experience, or a high school diploma/GED with 6 years of experience.
- Experience with COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing aircraft, including hobbyist UAS experience.
- Experience in pre-deployment training and knowledge exchange supporting FTX, VALEX, and other technical exchange events.
- Ability to obtain a Certified FAA UAS Pilot License.
- Ability to successfully complete CRC and deploy to the CENTCOM theater.
- Ability to obtain an Amateur Radio Technician License.
- Experience with remotely piloted vehicles (land, air, and sea), and ability to design and fabricate them with limited instructions or pre-built kits.
- Ability to research emerging RPV technologies, describe their advantages, and explain their impact on DoD capabilities.
- Knowledge of the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP).
- Ability to explain technical RPV knowledge, capabilities, limitations, and impacts to DoD capabilities to others.
- Proficiency with standard MS Office applications and intelligence-related automation supporting analytical efforts and product development.
- Ability to define and carry out scenarios for using RPV technology in test or training events.
- Ability to understand and interpret customer requirements to guide appropriate use of RPV technology at technical exchange or test events.
- Ability to work independently at other locations and interact with other organizations and military units.
- Ability to communicate and function effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Department of Defense UAS system policies and procedures.
- Monitor and update aircrew training records and flight jackets.
- Maintain currency in accordance with GFR directives.
- Acquire, fabricate, modify, program, and maintain Group 1 and Group 2 COTS multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms for training and test events.
- Launch and recover air vehicles and perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks.
- Travel CONUS and OCONUS, potentially to conflict areas, on short notice to disseminate relevant threat information.
- Assist with vulnerability site assessments and inform the analyst team about possible UAS use.
- Coordinate with national and international intelligence agencies to develop data-sharing capability, trend analysis, and procedures.
- Plan and coordinate flight operations and serve as safety officer during training and test events.
- Provide comprehensive technical red-team analysis.
- Perform functional duties independently and work and live in a small-team environment.
Benefits
- Flexible time off benefit.
- Learning resources and learning and development opportunities.
- Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
