UAS Pilot

Position Description

Titan Echelon is seeking a skilled UAS Pilot/Instructor to support flight operations and training for Group 3 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in both CONUS and OCONUS environments. The ideal candidate will have experience in UAS and/or manned aviation operations, with a strong emphasis on safe flight execution, instruction, and mission support. This role ensures compliance with company procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards while supporting high-tempo operational environments. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and execute UAS flight operations in support of mission and customer requirements

• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures, ensuring safety and mission effectiveness

• Operate UAS in accordance with established flight plans, adjusting as required to meet operational objectives

• Provide classroom and hands-on instruction to UAS operators, ensuring adherence to safety, operational, and training standards

• Support CONUS and OCONUS operations, including deployments of up to four (4) months as required

• Conduct flight demonstrations and mission briefings for customers in remote and field environments

• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and ground control equipment to maintain operational readiness

• Ensure compliance with applicable FAA, DoD, and company policies and procedures

• Maintain accurate flight logs, training records, and mission documentation

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of manned and/or UAS flight experience, or a combination of education and experience totaling at least 4 years
• Minimum of 1 year of flight instruction, instructor pilot, or customer-facing technical training experience
• Active DoD Secret security clearance required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS, including extended deployments
• Comfortable operating UAS in varying environmental and lighting conditions

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or formal training in aviation, engineering, or a related field
• Experience supporting deployed UAS ISR operations
• Experience with Vigilant Spirit and/or Quattro FMS systems
• Research and development (R&D) experience related to UAS platforms
• Technical writing or publication experience
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
• Private Pilot License (PPL)

Education/Experience

Associate’s degree from a two-year college or technical school; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a combination of office, flight line, and deployed environments. The position may require exposure to outdoor conditions, varying weather, and operational environments. Noise levels are typically moderate but may increase during flight operations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, and communicate verbally. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to monitor screens and instrumentation.

Disclaimer

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. Employees will perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.