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Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operators in the U.S. Army are remote pilots of unmanned observation aircraft that gather intelligence used in operational tactics. As intelligence specialists, they are integral to providing Army personnel with information about enemy forces and battle areas.
Duties of Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operators – 15W
The UAS operator supervises or operates the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), such as the Army's Shadow Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting and recovering the aerial vehicle.
The Aircraft Systems Operator also:
- Prepares and conducts air reconnaissance missions.
- Operates mission sensor/payload for target detection.
- Plans and analyzes flight missions.
- Deploys and redeploys the TUAV ground and air system.
- Operates and performs operator level maintenance on communications equipment, power sources, light and heavy wheel vehicle and some crane operations.
- Launches and recovers the air vehicle.
- Performs pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks and procedures.
- Directs emplacement of ground control station.
- Directs emplacement of launch and recovery systems.
- Supervises and assists in air frame repair.
- Coordinates evacuation and replacement of parts and end items.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $38,013.00 - $108,901.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to Relocate:
- Meridian, MS: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations