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AEVEX Aerospace

Location:
United States, Sierra Vista

Category:
IT - Administration

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Job Description:

Position primarily functions as Pilot in Command (PIC) or Mission Commander on unmanned aircraft for a Department of Defense national, theater, operational or tactical level customer. The AVO is responsible for coordinating ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, crew resource management, and ground & flight safety. The AVO is responsible for tasking of the aircraft from preflight, launch, mission, landing, and post flight operations and to monitoring all vital signs of the aircraft. The AVO is the PIC responsible for safe and legal flight of the air vehicle.

Job Responsibility:

Acts as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)
Provide Mission Coordinator/Commander support to the team when not acting as PIC
Primarily supports higher tier, longer endurance systems, driven by national or theater level customers
Demonstrates the ability to perform mission planning and coordination activities under varying airspace conditions
Must maintain a broad and up-to-date situational awareness of current mission operations
Understands government defense industry policies and procedures related to operating aircraft and supporting customer requirements
Meets/exceeds minimum performance standards as outlines in the master training syllabuses
Formulates training programs, lesson plans and schedules
Selects appropriate instructional procedures or methods
Organizes and develops training manuals, testing and evaluation guidelines, and other educational materials
Trains assigned personnel in effective tactics, techniques, procedures, policies, and technologies
Relocation to CONUS duty location

Requirements:

At least 100+ flight hours on UAS platforms acting as PIC
Proficient computer skills: Office Suite, specifically spreadsheets, collaboration/communication applications, and manipulation of Adobe forms
Must be a US citizen with a valid US passport
Must possess an active DoD Secret Security Clearance, or higher (as directed by the contract)
Meet combatant command theatre entry requirements (e.g., CENTCOM)
Must maintain FAA Class 2 medical
Must meet all DoD Contractor deployment requirements and pass Combat Readiness Course
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must pass a pre-employment background check
The ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers
The ability to work extended hours and/or shift work
The ability to work in a team environment while accomplishing mission requirements
Work Experience in aviation field in OCONUS (deployed) location
Must have a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Must have at least an FAA Private Pilot’s License (PPL) with an Instrument rating
Must possess current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
Minimum 2-4 years of relative experience and knowledge of basic UAS flight systems and operations
Manned Aviation Experience - 500-1000 hours
UAS Flight Hours (Group 3+) - 200-500 UAS PIC
Experience controlling aircraft Beyond Line of Sight and associated data links
Experience with Piccolo PCC or other Auto Pilot systems
OCONUS deployment experience is a must
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required

What we offer:

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
an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 05, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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