The Chief Pilot position exists to manage and execute the vision of the National UAS Training and Certification Center, with a focus on Unmanned Aerial System (UAS), Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), electric Vertical-Take-Off-and-Landing (eVTOL), traditional aircraft flight operations, as well as client and partner collaborations and support.
The Chief Pilot leads a team of technical experts and UAS and traditional aircraft crew members to conduct training and education, applied research and development, services, crew currency and compliance, and other operational tasks for internal and external stakeholders.
The position supports revenue generation goals working with other senior personnel in the UAS department.
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Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in related topic required; master’s degree in a related topic preferred
Background in aviation with traditional aircraft, AAM, and UAS related experience required
Current Remote Pilot Certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required
Current Private Pilot Certificate issued by the FAA required
Current Commercial Pilot Certificate issued by the FAA required
Current Instrument Rating issued by the FAA preferred
Current Certified Flight Instructor and Flight Instructor — Instrument Ratings issued by the FAA preferred
Current or ability to obtain a FAA Second Class Medical ts requiredProven prior strategic planning and project management experience is preferredStrong personnel management, team building, team interaction and conflict resolution skills required
Strong organizational and analytical skills required
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external customers and partners
Strong PC skills, including standard office tools and industry specific software packages required
UAS operational flight experience on a variety of small UAS is required.
Certification through UAS, AAM, or traditional aircraft Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized training program is preferred
Traditional aircraft fixed-wing flight experience is required
Traditional aircraft helicopter flight experience is preferred
Familiarity with and ability to instruct using UAS and AAM simulators is preferred
Familiarity with and ability to instruct using traditional aircraft simulators and flight training devices is preferred
Ability to create and use appropriate tools to manage people and tasks is required
Experience in building an internal/external team to execute tactical operations and advance strategic and business strategies is required
Excellent oral and written communication and listening skills, including experience in preparing and delivering proposals, reports and presentations is required
Demonstrated experience developing, packaging, and delivering educational/training content preferred
Ability to read, research, and comprehend technical and regulatory documents is required
Demonstrated experience managing a wide variety of technical and operational projects is required
Proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships is required
U.S. Citizenship is preferred
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