Develops flight test plans and procedures.
Develops briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
Plans and performs a wide range of in‑process and final testing of analog, digital, microwave, optical, and mechanical systems and equipment under ambient and environmental conditions.
Applies technical knowledge and experience with UAS operations to facilitate their integration safely and efficiently into the NAS.
Collaborates with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, including manufacturers, commercial vendors, industry trade associations, technical standards organizations, academic institutions, research and development centers, governmental agencies, and other regulators.
Applies technical knowledge and experience to support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity, decreasing safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing risk beyond what is expected for comparable new and novel technologies.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Required Skills, Experience and Clearance
Must be Part 107 Certified
Minimum of 20 hours or more of documented hours "not simulator" safely operating UAS platforms. Military hours may be applied to experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain FAA Suitability
High School Diploma
Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment and UAS platforms as required for mission operations, typically up to 40 pounds, with flexibility for occasional heavier items using team assistance or proper equipment.
Preferred Skills
Experience using flight planning software
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s Degree in any field
Location
On‑site at the William J Hughes Technical Center at the Atlantic City Airport
Must be able to travel 10-25%
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