What are the responsibilities and job description for the UAV PILOT/INSTRUCTOR III position at Platform Aerospace?
Job Description
Job Description
JOB TITLE : UAV PILOT / INSTRUCTOR III
DEPARTMENT : FLIGHT OPERATIONS
REPORTS TO : FLIGHT OPERATIONS TRAINING MANAGER
CLASSIFICATION : EXEMPT
Job Summary :
The UAV Pilot / instructor will support the operation and training of Vanilla UAS. This role will oversee ground and flight operations during stateside training and overseas missions while providing technical support. The Senior UAV Pilot / Instructor will play a key role in mission success and program development through technical expertise and operational excellence.
Duties / Responsibilities :
- Perform flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements
- Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks
- Remote pilot a UAS, following a specific flight plan or modifying flight plans to meet mission objectives
- Deliver training programs to new UAV pilots, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and safety standards.
- Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to four (4) months at a time if needed
- Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations
- Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness
- Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations as applicable
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