Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an opportunity for an MQ-9 Instructor Pilot & Supervisor located in Palmdale, CA. Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises other team members, leads and directs subordinates to successfully complete assignments
• Performs as subject matter expert for all aspects of the company's family of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) to include aircraft hardware and software, ground control, station hardware and software
• Responsible for the safe operation of the UAS during all phases of ground and flight operations
• Instructs UAS student pilots as well as instructor pilots-in-training in all aspects of RPA ground and flight operations including academic (platform instruction), simulator, and in-flight instruction
• Develops and executes instructor mission planning, briefing, mission execution and debriefing for ground and flight instruction
• Supports the development of training syllabus courseware to include research, word processing and presentation development
• Ensures compliance with all governing regulations including service guidance, company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations and company policies wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
• Maintains and promotes a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
• Perform mission planning, briefing, mission execution and debriefing
• Instruct UAV students in all aspects of UAV ground and flight operations. This training includes academic (platform instruction) and in-flight instruction, may serve as a Flight Examiner/Evaluator
• Responsible for complying with all governing regulations including service guidance, company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations
• Other duties as assigned or required

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply


Job Qualifications:

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a four-year technical degree and six or more years progressively complex aviation experience. Progressively complex aviation experience must include work done as an instructor pilot in a formal training program. For Launch and Recovery instruction: 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with UAV instructor or multiple UAV aircraft qualification; one thousand five hundred (1500) UAV hours, Multiple aircraft UAV Pilot Evaluator qualification. For MCE only instructors: 3000 hours flight experience in a manned aircraft or UAV, 1000 hours as Pilot-in- Command (PIC), Current UAV instructor or evaluator or multiple UAV aircraft qualification MQ-1/9 pilot time counts toward fulfilling the flying hour requirements. Equivalent professional aviation experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with RPA instructor or multiple RPA aircraft qualification; one thousand five hundred (1500) UAV hours, Multiple aircraft RPA Pilot Evaluator qualification
• Possess a strong aviation background and demonstrate a complete understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts
• Excellent organization skills including planning and coordinating work assignments
• Must possess:
  • Direct supervisor experience required
  • Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on teamwork and verbal and written communication
  • Ability to effectively interface with all levels of employees, as well as military and civilian customers
  • Ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential
  • Strong knowledge of computer applications and operations pertinent to the position
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
  • FAA Commercial Certificate with a current instrument rating
  • FAA Class II medical certificate
• Desired:
  • MQ-9 Launch and Recovery experience
  • Previous qualifications as an instructor in an aircraft in an air-to-ground role
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance required

Salary:$140,940 - $252,293