{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b4af7e9a6240ed0b24cb6821","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b4af7e9a6240ed0b24cb6821","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b4af7e9a6240ed0b24cb6821","title":"Deployable UAV Pilot","description":"General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.\n\nWe currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced UAV Pilot to join our Aero Services Division. Employees can live in any state but must be able to deploy both CONUS and OCONUS in support of company projects. Employees in this role enjoy a Flex deployment rotation schedule of roughly 12-16 weeks working and 12 weeks off while maintaining full benefits. Flex employees work only while deployed or in a training status and receive competitive deployment compensation.\n\nUnder general direction, 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. Serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV) and as Instructor Pilot providing academic and in-flight instruction.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nCoordinates and actively participates in ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety.\nRemotely pilots vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.\nDefines, plans, organizes and executes flight programs and flight test events.\nEnsures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.\nMay develop and verify procedures for use with new aircraft features and participates in the development of operational and safety procedures and training syllabus courseware.\nConducts demonstrations and participates in operational ground and flight tests of assigned UAV(s). Represents the organization with military and commercial customers.\nInstructs UAV student pilots in ground and flight operations.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.\nExpected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.\nAdditional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\n\nTypically requires education al training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and six or more months experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.\nMust demonstrate a detailed understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.\nMust also possess:\nFAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and the ability to maintain instrument currency or DOD specialized remotely piloted aircraft system training / qualification documented on USAF Form 8 or equivalent; Pilot-in-Command (PIC).\nAt least three hundred (300) hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).\nAbility to travel on CONUS and OCONUS deployments.\nExcellent analytical,interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees and military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew; and detailed knowledge of computer operations and applications.\nThe ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.\n\nJob Category\n\nPilots\n\nExperience Level\n\nEntry-Level (0-2 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nRemote\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFlex Hourly\n\nPay Range Low\n\n76,400\n\nPay Range High\n\n127,850\n\nTravel Percentage Required\n\n50% - 75%\n\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\n\nNo\n\nUS Citizenship Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Level\n\nSecret\n\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","company":"Generalatomic","rawCompany":"generalatomic","city":"Chester","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-31T09:21:01.777Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-2011.00","title":"Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers","slug":"airline-pilots-copilots-and-flight-engineers"},{"code":"53-2012.00","title":"Commercial Pilots","slug":"commercial-pilots"},{"code":"17-3021.00","title":"Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians","slug":"aerospace-engineering-and-operations-technologists-and-technicians"}],"industries":[{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Deployable UAV Pilot","description":"General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.\n\nWe currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced UAV Pilot to join our Aero Services Division. Employees can live in any state but must be able to deploy both CONUS and OCONUS in support of company projects. Employees in this role enjoy a Flex deployment rotation schedule of roughly 12-16 weeks working and 12 weeks off while maintaining full benefits. Flex employees work only while deployed or in a training status and receive competitive deployment compensation.\n\nUnder general direction, 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. Serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV) and as Instructor Pilot providing academic and in-flight instruction.\n\nDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\n\nCoordinates and actively participates in ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety.\nRemotely pilots vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.\nDefines, plans, organizes and executes flight programs and flight test events.\nEnsures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.\nMay develop and verify procedures for use with new aircraft features and participates in the development of operational and safety procedures and training syllabus courseware.\nConducts demonstrations and participates in operational ground and flight tests of assigned UAV(s). Represents the organization with military and commercial customers.\nInstructs UAV student pilots in ground and flight operations.\nResponsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.\nExpected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.\nAdditional Functions Other duties as assigned or required.\n\nWe recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.\n\nJob Qualifications\n\nTypically requires education al training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and six or more months experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.\nMust demonstrate a detailed understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.\nMust also possess:\nFAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and the ability to maintain instrument currency or DOD specialized remotely piloted aircraft system training / qualification documented on USAF Form 8 or equivalent; Pilot-in-Command (PIC).\nAt least three hundred (300) hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).\nAbility to travel on CONUS and OCONUS deployments.\nExcellent analytical,interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees and military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew; and detailed knowledge of computer operations and applications.\nThe ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.\n\nJob Category\n\nPilots\n\nExperience Level\n\nEntry-Level (0-2 years)\n\nWorkstyle\n\nRemote\n\nFull-Time/Part-Time\n\nFlex Hourly\n\nPay Range Low\n\n76,400\n\nPay Range High\n\n127,850\n\nTravel Percentage Required\n\n50% - 75%\n\nRelocation Assistance Provided?\n\nNo\n\nUS Citizenship Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Required?\n\nYes\n\nClearance Level\n\nSecret\n\nSearch Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies","datePosted":"2026-10-31T09:21:01.777Z","dateModified":"2026-10-31T09:21:01.777Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Generalatomic","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Chester","addressRegion":"NJ","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"b4af7e9a6240ed0b24cb6821"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b4af7e9a6240ed0b24cb6821"}}