AVO2

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Job Overview

AEVEX is looking for an air vehicle operator to perform flight operations, testing, training, demonstrations, and maintenance in CONUS and OCONUS environments depending on customer requirements.

Essential Functions

• Operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones in accordance with established procedures and safety protocols.
• Conduct pre-flight checks to ensure that the aircraft is in proper working condition and all systems are functioning correctly.
• Plan and execute flight missions based on operational requirements, including route planning, payload management, and weather considerations.
• Monitor and maintain communication links with ground control stations during flight operations.
• Interpret flight data and telemetry to make real-time decisions and adjustments as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on UAVs to ensure continued airworthiness and reliability.
• Adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines issued by aviation authorities, including airspace restrictions, licensing requirements, and privacy laws.
• Document flight activities, including mission logs, incident reports, and equipment maintenance records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Proven experience operating UAVs or drones, with a demonstrated ability to fly safely and effectively in various environments.
• Strong knowledge of UAV systems, including flight controls, navigation systems, sensors, and payloads.
• Previous qualifications as a UAS Operator (preferred)
• Experience with software tools for flight planning, data analysis, and mission management is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a Class II flight physical.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in dynamic and challenging environments.

Education / Certifications

• HS/GED minimum
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or equivalent certification from relevant aviation authority.
• 200 hours as Pilot in Command (Unmanned).

Experience

• 3-6 years of relative experience and knowledge of basic UAS flight systems and operations, large scale work on developmental UAS preferred
• Experience with software tools for flight planning, data analysis, and mission management is a plus.
• Experience in relation to education level:

+ 5 years of related experience (HS/GED)

+ 3 years of related experience (Bachelors)

+ 2 years of related experience (Masters)

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to view objects up close and distant range with hand eye coordination
• Occasionally experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Disclaimer:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.