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Uas Mission Commander Ii
Company | Leidos |
Address | , , Va |
Employment type | FULL_TIME |
Salary | $78,000 - $162,000 a year |
Expires | 2023-07-25 |
Posted at | 11 months ago |
Description
Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?
At Leidos, we know the most talented and diverse Aviation Professionals always have a multitude of career choices. Your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. We welcome your perspective and ideas, in order to foster collaboration and deliver world-class solutions. We look for solutions that not only transform businesses, but also change the world. We offer a robust benefits package including competitive salaries; company matching 401K Retirement Plan; comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage; tuition reimbursement and more.
Are you ready for your next challenge?
The Defense Group at Leidos currently has an opening for a Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Mission Commander (MC), Level II to support CONUS and OCONUS operations. The MC will support contracted flight operations and must meet our high standards of aviator skill, safety, professionalism, and customer focus. MCs may be required to live and work in austere conditions. In this role, the MC will support all flight operational duties in the Buckeye Arrow UAS aircraft from flight planning, pre- and post-flight operations as requested by the Site Operations Manager (SOM) or Flight Operations Manager (FOM). MCs will manage the operation of aircraft and communications systems essential for conducting operations. Multiple opportunities exist for position upgrade and leadership skills development.
THE CHALLENGE (primary responsibilities)
- Manages flight and ground operating procedures and flight crew information dissemination
- Manages daily Electro-Optical (EO)/Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) collection mission planning, focusing on operational efficiency and compliance with applicable government, host-nation, and company policies and regulations
- Validates flight plans considering factors including altitude, terrain, weather, range, aircraft weight, airfield facilities, and navigation system capabilities and limitations
- Schedules flight operations and provides crew composition recommendations to program leadership
- Provides crewmember performance evaluations and upgrade recommendations to program leadership
- Formulates and implements contingency/emergency response plans to minimize operational disruptions to natural or manmade events
- Participate in teleconferences as required
- Oversees aircraft operations supporting DoD-directed EO/LIDAR collection
- Completes daily and weekly operational reports as required
- Assures aircraft and ground station flight readiness IAW DCMA INST 8210.1C requirements
WHAT SETS YOU APART (basic qualifications)
- 250 hours total time in a UAS or traditional ISR airframe
- Ability to successfully meet all contractual / program training and DoD medical requirements for OCONUS travel, COVID testing requirements, attending and successfully completing CONUS Replacement Courses (CRC) within 90 days of hire.
- Must possess an active DOD security clearance at the SECRET level, or higher
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- BA/BS Degree and four (4) years experience, MA/MS degree and two (2) years experience, or PHD. Additional experience may be used in lieu of degree.
- Must possess a current passport
- Must read, write, speak and understand English
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must possess or be able to obtain a current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
Security Clearance Requirement
- Must possess an active DOD security clearance at the SECRET level, or higher
Preferred Qualifications
- 500 hours pilot in command time in a Group 3 UAS or traditional ISR airframe
- Willingness to complete the UAS Pilot Training Program
- Experience with TigerShark UAS or similar platform
- Prior Lead pilot or operator experience
- Former U.S. Military, Customs, DEA Pilot or US Contracting ISR Pilot
- Willingness to upgrade and assume additional aviation administration responsibility
- Prior OCONUS rotation experience, particularly in current area of operation
- U.S. Military Standardization Instructor Pilot, Instructor Pilot, Maintenance Pilot
AIRBORNE ISR
Pay Range:
Pay Range $78,000.00 - $120,000.00 - $162,000.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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