ULTRA Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) crewmember

Position Summary

MAG Aerospace is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) crewmember for the ULTRA platform. In this position, you will be responsible for safe aircraft operation which includes but is not limited to maintaining diligent lookout and listening doctrine with available sensors, radios, and other ground control station equipment; following air traffic control clearances; maintaining safe and positive control of the air vehicle during all phases of flight; taking appropriate actions during emergencies; operating sensors onboard aircraft; assisting Mission Commander and Mission Coordinator with flight mission planning and briefings as directed; computing takeoff/landing data via standard operating procedures; as well as utilizing checklists and other standardized manuals. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Safe operation of the sensor payload 

• Analyzing and reporting sensor data pertinent to mission success and safety of flight 

• Professional performance with minimal guidance and direction 

• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment is essential 

• Locations can be forward located/deployed with minimum comfort access. While operating from the deployed location, all personnel are responsible to, and work directly for, the assigned Site Lead, regardless of parent company.  

• Crewmembers will be integrated into the daily flying schedule and are responsible for more than one requirement. 

• Personnel should expect to participate in all facets of the operation to support mission requirements 

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

 

The required skills and knowledge include: 

 

MINIMUM: 

• Prior experience with Group 3 – 5 UAS 

• Military MOS qualified UAS Pilot (Army 15C/15W, Marine 7314, Air Force 18X) 

• 500 Documented Flight Hours in Group 3 or above as member of US Military 

• In lieu of the above: FAA Licensed Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating  

• Must be capable of controlling unmanned aircraft semi-autonomously (preprogrammed) via the GCS or controlling the unmanned aircraft manually via line-of-sight 

• Basic computer skills are required  

 

Education  

 

The minimum level of education required is: 

• High school diploma

 

Desired Requirements  

 

The desired skills, knowledge, and education include: 

• Recent deployed operations; prior military experience  

• Group 4-5 UAS AVO/Sensor experience  

• ULTRA or LEAP AVO experience  

 

Other Qualifications 

 

Outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include: 

• Must have a valid FAA Class 2 medical certificate (or able to meet standards/obtain) 

• Must meet minimum military health standards for worldwide deployment and unmanned aircraft flight qualifications 

• Must be a US Citizen 

• Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance 

 

 

 

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.