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AVIAN is seeking a Small UAS Test Operator to build, maintain, repair, and operate small unmanned aircraft systems (SUAS), Group 1&2 (under 55 lbs) of all types, including fixed and rotary wing, electric and liquid fueled. The candidate will operate in a highly dynamic developmental test environment on shore and onboard all types of vessel and operate manually and in semi-autonomous modes, including first person view. AVIAN (pronounced a-v-yin) is an employee-owned, entrepreneurial-spirited company where creative, talented minds flourish, and where proactive, productive, proficient professionals feel valued. We are resourceful, responsive and reachable for various government and commercial clients in program, financial, and logistics management; engineering and systems engineering; test and evaluation of manned and unmanned systems; workforce development and training; communication strategy and graphic design. The type of work we do is a direct result of the creativity of our team, and the talents they bring. But in the end, we are all driven by the purpose of taking care of those around us. We?re seeking people that are passionate and excited about creating well-crafted products and memorable experiences with our customers. We are not in the market of automated transactions; we build lasting relationships.Responsibilities:Build up new SUAS systems upon delivery
Modify new or existing SUAS for test purposes, including airframe (carbon fiber, metal, foam, plastic, wood), mechanical and electrical changes
Maintain systems, including repairs due to damage
Launch, fly and recover SUAS of all types including rotary wing and fixed wing up to 55 lbs
Prep SUAS for shipping, conduct detachments to remote sites for test and demonstration periods; work with test engineers to devise test procedures and document deficiencies.
Qualifications: Active Secret Clearance.
Active FAA Class 2 medical certificate (at time of hire).
FAA Part 107 airman?s certificate desired but not required.
Five years of experience flying SUAS and 500 hours documented time in any SUAS required
RC flying experience required
Military experience with SUAS highly desired but not required.
Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
Military training/schools for UAV maintenance and operations desired.
FAA Part 107 certification desired but not required.
Company OverviewHeadquartered in Lexington Park, Maryland, we relish in the process of cracking open a Maryland blue crab and the delicious reward you get with a little hard work. Our team spans from sea to shining sea supporting the Department of Defense, specifically, the Naval Air Systems Command, the Naval Sea Systems Command, the Office of Naval Research, and NAVWAR.We?re seeking people that are passionate and excited about creating well-crafted products and memorable experiences with our customers. We are not in the market of automated transactions; we build lasting relationships. AVIAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AVIAN recruits, hires, trains and promotes individuals and administers personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other category by applicable federal, state or local law. An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.A notice describing federal equal employment opportunity laws can be viewed here: EEO is the Law and here: EEO Poster Supplement. You may also view the OFCCP?s Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
Vacancy caducado!