L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.
Description:
L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.
About L3Harris Technologies:
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $17 billion in annual revenue, 50,000 employees and customers in more than 130 countries. L3Harris.com
Job Title: Flight Operations, Pilot
Job Location: Tucson, AZ
Job Description:
The Flight Operations Pilot supervises or operates the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, and launching, remotely piloting, and recovering the aerial vehicle. Performs system and functional tests; trains users; assists in developing and compiling flight manuals and flight plans; and assists in improving, evaluating, and developing specifications for flight operations and aircraft maintenance/operation.
Essential Functions:
Prepares and conducts air reconnaissance missions.Operates mission sensor/payload for target detection.Plans and analyzes flight missions.Deploys and redeploys the Tactical UAV ground and air system.Operates and performs operator level maintenance on UAVs, related support equipment, communications equipment, and computer equipment.Launches and recovers the air vehicle.Performs pre-flight, inflight, and post-flight checks and procedures.Directs emplacement of ground control station.Directs emplacement of launch and recovery systems.Experience with UAV autopilot systemsProvides Instruction to unqualified crew members.Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Experience:
At least 8 years of relevant aviation experienceExperience with Group 2 or 3 UAVs as an Air Vehicle Operator
Required Skills:
Excellent people skills to include collaborating in a multi-disciplinary, diverse, and dynamic team environmentProficient with Microsoft Office productsExcellent communication skills (written, verbal, & presentation)Outstanding work ethic and commitment to organizational success
Other Requirements:
U.S. CitizenshipAbility to obtain and maintain any clearance as required
Preferred Additional Skills:
Existing DoD clearance with current 5-year update
Experience with Piccolo command center (PCC)Experience writing aircraft operation processes/procedures and flight/test plansExperience as a Manned or Unmanned Aviation InstructorExperience with Course DevelopmentExperience as Manual Safety PilotHybrid Quad Experience/Instructor QualificationPrivate Pilot Certification, FAA Part 107 Qualification, and FAA Class III Medical Qualification
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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