UAS Pilot and Safety Coordinator

Job Description
Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP) is seeking qualifiedapplicants with experience in flight operations disciplinesrelevant to uncrewed/autonomous systems to serve as a supportingpilot of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) for Counter-UAS research andtesting. Successful applicants will be able to support a diversearray of tasks related to UAS research, with preference given tocandidates who have both uncrewed aircraft pilot experience as wellas experience operating counter UAS systems.

Applicants who qualify to participate in the DOD Skillbridgeprogram are encouraged to apply.

The UAS Pilot Coordinator must be a self-motivated team player whocan take on and effectively execute a broad set of tasks. The position may receive tasking from the flight operations andengineering team leads and will report to the MAAP Chief of FlightOperations. The incumbent is expected to exercise sounddecision-making and problem-solving skills while interacting withinternal and external Test Site users and partners. The incumbentshould be able to independently and effectively manage UAS fieldoperations in diverse field environments. This position will beexpected to lift, carry, move, load/unload equipment and fieldsupplies of up to 25 pounds; possess a safe driving record to drivea government vehicle, ability to work outside in environmentalconditions for up to 10 hours, as well as the ability to walkminimum 2 miles and traverse uneven terrain. This position alsoinvolves fine manipulation of UAS equipment and parts.

Required Qualifications

Experience with piloting autonomous and/or uncrewedaircraft

Good communication skills

Applicants must be able to lift, carry, move, load/unloadequipment and field supplies of up to 25 pounds; possess a safedriving record to drive a government vehicle, ability to workoutside in environmental conditions for up to 10 hours, as well asthe ability to walk minimum 2 miles and traverse uneventerrain.

Due to restriction in the program and funding, must be a USCitizen

Preferred Qualifications

C-UAS experience

Experience working with or within the Department of Defense

FAA Part 107

FAA Certified Flight Instructor or Ground Instructor

Proficient RC flying skills

Experience working with aviation safety

Pay Band
4

Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type
Restricted

Salary Information
63,708 - 79,635; commensurate with experience

Hours per week
40

Review Date
Jun 12, 2026

Additional Information

Due to restriction in the program and funding, must be a U.S.citizen.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminalconviction check.

Equal Opportunity Employment
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