{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"3245794b0eb7d3d23fdfd903","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3245794b0eb7d3d23fdfd903","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/3245794b0eb7d3d23fdfd903","title":"UAS Flight Operations Manager","description":"Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation's most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.\r\nUAS Flight Operations Manager\r\nWe are seeking a UAS Flight Operations Manager to provide 100% support to MXQW in Crane, Indiana. This position is a mission-essential role supporting Counter-Unmanned Systems (C-UxS) test andevaluation activities nationwide. The successful candidate will establish and operate permanent and temporary Flight Operations Centers (FOCs), coordinate complex UAS operations in regulated military and civil airspace, and enable safe, compliant and effective execution of developmental and operationally relevant test events.\r\nThis role requires in-person support.\r\nDuties\r\nEstablish, operate, and continuously improve permanent and temporary Flight Operations Centers (FOCs) supporting Counter-UxS testing activities.\r\nServe as the central operational authority for flight-event execution and provide go/no-go recommendations for all flight operations.\r\nCoordinate mission requirements with military and FAA air traffic controllers, range control personnel, and military airspace managers to ensure full compliance with airspace regulations, local restrictions, and mission approvals.\r\nObtain and manage required flight waivers, airspace approvals, and operational clearances for UAS operations in highly regulated environments.\r\nConduct pre-mission planning, flight reviews, mission evaluations, and post-mission debriefings for UxS pilots and supporting crewmembers.\r\nVerify completion and quality of post-mission reports, logs, aircraft records, battery records, incident documentation, and operational data capture.\r\nDevelop, document, and maintain Ground Operations Procedures, Flight Operations Procedures, locality-based SOPs, and safety procedures supporting nationwide test events.\r\nDevelop and maintain a flight operations management system that tracks aircraft and battery logs, pilot credentials and currency, flight planning data, airspace restrictions, incidents, and training status.\r\nMaintain pilot qualification and currency, identify training deficiencies, schedule recurring training, and develop a comprehensive UxS flight safety program.\r\nInterpret Counter-UxS testing requirements, formulate testable criteria, and develop Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) that enable realistic, measurable, and mission-relevant test events.\r\nDevelop and deliver training curricula, operational briefings, and instructional material ranging from introductory UAS content to specialized flight operations topics.\r\nPerform and instruct others in critical crewmember roles, including Pilot-in-Command, Visual Observer, and Aviation Safety Officer.\r\nCoordinate with engineering and maintenance personnel to support payload integration, aircraft readiness, and safety-of-flight reviews.\r\nManage applicable Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) associated with flight operations and ensure proper accountability, readiness, and safe operational use.\r\nSupport field execution of test events, including scheduling, setup, coordination of facilities and ranges, event support, and after-action documentation.\r\nContribute to test plans, briefings, procedures, reports, and lessons learned supporting broader T&E objectives.\r\nDesired Education\r\nBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.\r\nDesired Experience\r\n3+ years of UxS work experience; or high school diploma with formal UxS training and a minimum of 11 years of UxS work experience.\r\nMinimum of 3 years of experience piloting Groups I-III fixed-wing and multirotor UxS platforms.\r\nThorough knowledge of common radio-controlled aircraft components, flight controllers, propulsion systems, and control architectures.\r\nExperience managing UxS operations and pilots in both Government and field-test environments.\r\nExperience coordinating with DoD and FAA airspace authorities, including military tower coordination, military range coordination, and DoD flight line operations.\r\nAbility to inspect, evaluate, and operationally check propulsion systems, flight-control systems, and related components pre-flight and post-flight.\r\nFamiliarity with applicable FAA and DoD UxS policy documents, especially those governing GOCO and COCO operations for Class I-III UxS in the National Airspace System and DoD-owned airspace.\r\nExperience developing UAS flight operations procedures, ground operations procedures, and safety policies.\r\nStrong ability to collaborate with personnel across engineering, aviation, military operations, safety, and test organizations.\r\nStrong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare briefings, reports, SOPs, and training materials.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nAdditional operator certifications and/or type ratings applicable to fixed-wing or rotary-wing UxS issued by the DoD, FAA, or manufacturer.\r\nExperience supporting Counter-UxS, Counter-UAS, or broader test and evaluation activities in military or Government environments.\r\nExperience standing up and operating temporary or expeditionary Flight Operations Centers.\r\nExperience supporting nationwide test events at military ranges, federal test sites, and complex civil/military airspace locations.\r\nFamiliarity with Government range processes, test-event documentation, and operational risk management for field aviation events.\r\nExperience supporting payload integration, engineering flight support, maintenance coordination, or system readiness reviews.\r\nExperience briefing senior Government, military, and test leadership on flight readiness, operational risk, and mission execution.\r\nAbility to support surge travel and variable testing schedules.\r\nRequired Certifications/Training\r\nCurrent FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate with small UxS rating.\r\nDocumented training and operational proficiency in all topics included in Basic UxS Qualification (BUQ) I, plus fixed-wing training including the Navigation category of BUQ Level II and III and the Instrument category of BUQ Level III.\r\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.\r\nPrecise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace.\r\nPrecise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. 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Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.\r\nUAS Flight Operations Manager\r\nWe are seeking a UAS Flight Operations Manager to provide 100% support to MXQW in Crane, Indiana. This position is a mission-essential role supporting Counter-Unmanned Systems (C-UxS) test andevaluation activities nationwide. The successful candidate will establish and operate permanent and temporary Flight Operations Centers (FOCs), coordinate complex UAS operations in regulated military and civil airspace, and enable safe, compliant and effective execution of developmental and operationally relevant test events.\r\nThis role requires in-person support.\r\nDuties\r\nEstablish, operate, and continuously improve permanent and temporary Flight Operations Centers (FOCs) supporting Counter-UxS testing activities.\r\nServe as the central operational authority for flight-event execution and provide go/no-go recommendations for all flight operations.\r\nCoordinate mission requirements with military and FAA air traffic controllers, range control personnel, and military airspace managers to ensure full compliance with airspace regulations, local restrictions, and mission approvals.\r\nObtain and manage required flight waivers, airspace approvals, and operational clearances for UAS operations in highly regulated environments.\r\nConduct pre-mission planning, flight reviews, mission evaluations, and post-mission debriefings for UxS pilots and supporting crewmembers.\r\nVerify completion and quality of post-mission reports, logs, aircraft records, battery records, incident documentation, and operational data capture.\r\nDevelop, document, and maintain Ground Operations Procedures, Flight Operations Procedures, locality-based SOPs, and safety procedures supporting nationwide test events.\r\nDevelop and maintain a flight operations management system that tracks aircraft and battery logs, pilot credentials and currency, flight planning data, airspace restrictions, incidents, and training status.\r\nMaintain pilot qualification and currency, identify training deficiencies, schedule recurring training, and develop a comprehensive UxS flight safety program.\r\nInterpret Counter-UxS testing requirements, formulate testable criteria, and develop Concepts of Operations (CONOPS) that enable realistic, measurable, and mission-relevant test events.\r\nDevelop and deliver training curricula, operational briefings, and instructional material ranging from introductory UAS content to specialized flight operations topics.\r\nPerform and instruct others in critical crewmember roles, including Pilot-in-Command, Visual Observer, and Aviation Safety Officer.\r\nCoordinate with engineering and maintenance personnel to support payload integration, aircraft readiness, and safety-of-flight reviews.\r\nManage applicable Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) associated with flight operations and ensure proper accountability, readiness, and safe operational use.\r\nSupport field execution of test events, including scheduling, setup, coordination of facilities and ranges, event support, and after-action documentation.\r\nContribute to test plans, briefings, procedures, reports, and lessons learned supporting broader T&E objectives.\r\nDesired Education\r\nBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.\r\nDesired Experience\r\n3+ years of UxS work experience; 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Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.\r\nPrecise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace.\r\nPrecise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. 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