Senior Test Pilot

Company: GENERAL ATOMICS
Location: Palmdale
Posted on: October 10, 2020

Job Description:

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

This position is responsible for serving as Test Pilot, Instructor Test Pilot, and Flight Examiner. Subject matter expert for all aspects of the company's family of Unmanned Aircraft Systems to include aircraft hardware and software, ground control station hardware and software and operational and experimental ground and flight testing of company product line of aircraft. Ensures the standardization of company aircraft ground and flight operations and procedures, flight test and instructional techniques. Primary consultant for executive management in all areas of company product line of aircraft development, flight test and operational mission planning and execution. Responsible for the safe operation of the UAV during all phases of ground and flight operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform as Experimental Test and Evaluation Pilot.

Perform as Instructor Test Pilot and company Flight Examiner.

Perform as Pilot-in-Command of Company Unmanned Air Vehicles.

Develops and executes mission planning, briefing, mission execution and debriefing.

Instruct UAV student pilots as well as instructor pilots-in-training in all aspects of UAV ground and flight operations including academic (platform instruction) and in-flight instruction.

Ensures compliance with all governing regulations including service guidance, company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations.

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations and company policies wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Additional Functions: Consults directly with company engineering and senior management as subject matter expert in developing company product line of aircraft.

Develops and verifies procedures for use with new aircraft features.

Develops training syllabus courseware to include research, word processing and presentation development.

Other duties as assigned or required

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