About us

Advanced Aircraft Company (AAC) is a veteran-owned and operated company based in Hampton, Virginia. AAC specializes in the development and manufacturing of hybrid fuel-electric unmanned aircraft systems for defense applications. Their systems are designed for long-endurance flights, with the capability to carry multiple simultaneous sensor payloads. AAC's aircraft are highly portable and can be launched in minutes without the need for support infrastructure. Built in the USA with qualified traceable parts, all AAC aircraft are NDAA Sec. 848 compliant.

Position Description

We are seeking a UAS Flight Operations Lead that has experience as a UAS pilot and as a UAS trainer to join our team in Hampton, VA. The UAS Flight Operations Lead will be responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day flight operations of AAC's unmanned aircraft systems. This includes coordinating and conducting flight tests, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and other relevant industry standards, analyzing and reporting flight data, and coordinating with other team members to optimize system performance and reliability. This role will also serve as the customer demonstration pilot, create AAC’s training curriculum, and lead customer operation and maintenance training for the UAS.

Additional Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations, including flight test scheduling, inventory management, fleet management, and quality control.
Collaborate with engineering and program management to streamline processes and improve cross-functional communication of product development roadmap.
Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.

Position Requirements

5+ years of work experience operating and servicing UAS.
Holds FAA Part 107 license.
Strong knowledge of unmanned aircraft systems and flight operations
Experience in conducting flight tests and analyzing flight data
Genuine belief safety is the first priority
Able to travel as needed. (1 trip per month would be typical)
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Exceptional Initiative
Positive and constructive attitude
Able to work in a small and fast paced environment
US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Our UAS is export controlled)

Bonus Qualifications

10+ years of experience
Military Veteran
Experience in the defense industry.
Experience with multiple military UAS
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field
Holds FAA Private or Commercial pilots license.
Enjoys teaching and training others about UAS.
Demonstrates passion for this discipline by owning their own drone (aka small UAS, FPV racer, RC airplane, etc.)

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for aviation and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $107,830.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Evenings as needed
Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

Hampton, VA 23666: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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