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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.\nEssential Functions\nActs as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).\nProvide Mission Coordinator/Commander support to the team when not acting as PIC.\nPrimarily supports higher tier, longer endurance systems, driven by national or theater level customers.\nDemonstrates the ability to perform mission planning and coordination activities under varying airspace conditions.\nMust maintain a broad and up-to-date situational awareness of current mission operations; quickly gain understanding of current mission target environments and associated dynamics; and be familiar with operational methods and infrastructure.\nUnderstands government defense industry policies and procedures related to operating aircraft and supporting customer requirements.\nMeets/exceeds minimum performance standards as outlines in the master training syllabuses.\nFormulates training programs, lesson plans and schedules, based on knowledge of identified training needs, systems requirements, or service needs.\nSelects appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as group instruction, simulation exercises, or and computer-based training.\nOrganizes and develops training manuals, testing and evaluation guidelines, and other educational materials.\nTrains assigned personnel in effective tactics, techniques, procedures, policies, and technologies.\nRelocation to CONUS duty location\nPerforms other related duties as directed.\nStandard Essential Functions\nRegular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].\nResponsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.\nEmbodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.\nQualifications and Competencies\nAt least 100+ flight hours on UAS platforms acting as PIC\nProficient computer skills: Office Suite, specifically spreadsheets, collaboration/communication applications, and manipulation of Adobe forms a must\nMust be a US citizen with a valid US passport.\nMust possess an active DoD Secret Security Clearance, or higher (as directed by the contract).\nMeet combatant command theatre entry requirements (e.g., CENTCOM)\nMust maintain FAA Class 2 medical\nMust meet all DoD Contractor deployment requirements and pass Combat Readiness Course.\nMust have excellent verbal and written communication skills.\nMust pass a pre-employment background check.\nThe ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers.\nThe ability to work extended hours and/or shift work.\nThe ability to work in a team environment while accomplishing mission requirements.\nWork Experience in aviation field in OCONUS (deployed) location.\nEducation / Certifications\nMust have a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.\nMust have at least an FAA Private Pilot’s License (PPL) with an Instrument rating.\nMust possess current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.\nExperience\nMinimum 2-4 years of relative experience and knowledge of basic UAS flight systems and operations.\nManned Aviation Experience - 500-1000 hours\nUAS Flight Hours (Group 3+) - 200-500 UAS PIC\nExperience controlling aircraft Beyond Line of Sight and associated data links\nExperience with Piccolo PCC or other Auto Pilot systems\nOCONUS deployment experience is a must.\nPhysical Requirements\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:\nConstantly required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment\nConstantly required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers\nOccasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds\nConstantly required to view objects up close and distant range with hand eye coordination\nOccasionally experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions\nMust meet industry-standard physical requirements to ensure the safe and effective performance of duties. While the role does not typically involve strenuous physical activity, candidates should possess adequate physical fitness and health to withstand the demands of flight operations.\nSecurity Clearance\nAbility to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.\nAbout AEVEX \nAEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.\nAEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 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, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.\nRecruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.\nEqual Employment Opportunity:\nAEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. 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