Being on the BlueHalo team means working alongside the brightest minds in technology on the toughest challenges facing our nation - not just every once in a while, but every single day. Together, we are leading the transformation of modern warfare and each BlueHalo employee plays a key role. That's why our investment in you goes beyond a rewarding salary and benefits package. We're committed to providing our people with the best opportunities to develop their skills, share their knowledge, and push their innovative ideas to the cutting-edge. Having fun doing it with a team that feels like family all across BlueHalo Nation is the ultimate perk. From Space and Directed Energy to Cyber and Intelligence to C4ISR and Air & Missile Defense, there is no limit to where you can take your career with us. Are you ready to launch a career at BlueHalo?

Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Operator supporting CONUS and OCONUS locations. Will be part of the BlueHalo pilot team, supporting flight operations on government and commercial facilities, mission planning, piloting manually operated and autonomous missions. When not flying will perform technician responsibilities and / or bench testing on UAS platforms, systems, and payloads for manufacturing and product development.

SKILLS

Possess proficient fixed-wing, collective pitch helicopter and multirotor flight experience.
• Plan and conduct UAS operations in COA and/or restricted airspace in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Possess familiarity with Pixhawk, Ardupilot and QGroundControl programming and troubleshooting experience.
• Possess experienced radio-controlled aircraft building techniques and operation.
• Candidate must have basic knowledge of Microsoft office suite.
• Candidate must have the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Candidate must be able to multitask and work with several different subcomponents at a time.
• Candidate must be able to safely and efficiency multitask in a fast-paced field environment and collaborate effectively in real-time with team members.
• Possess knowledge of FAA and restricted airspace regulations applicable to the operation of UAS.
• Ideally possess experience with basic circuitry, soldering, and hobby-grade instrumentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the operation, construction, and/or maintenance of UAS, support equipment, and other relevant hardware systems.
• Review customer requirements for flight operations and deliverable requirements.
• Conduct reporting actions associated with the completion of UAS operations and submission of customer data deliverables.
• Develop and review technical documentation such as maintenance manuals, aircraft checklists, and flight training devices/equipment.
• Meet and maintain minimum flight proficiency requirements as defined in current contracts.
• Ability to work with integrated teams comprised of military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
• Must be able to travel up to 50%; CONUS and/or OCONUS.

• Technical Degree or certification from an accredited college in a related aerospace discipline with 1-year minimum professional aviation experience (Manned or Unmanned) OR Equivalent education/experience combined, with minimum * High School Diploma with 3-year minimum professional aviation experience (Manned or Unmanned).
• Possess and maintain a valid FAA 14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Ability to obtain, possess, and maintain a valid FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Must have, or have ability to obtain, a minimum of a Secret level security clearance, which requires US citizenship and successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

The BlueHalo Effect

It speaks to who we are as a company, a global protective ring that shields everything we most want to safeguard, an unbroken line that ensures our customers retain the advantage in any battlespace, from high above the Earth to deep in cyberspace. It's who we are, a halo, a protector, the light of inspired engineering keeping our Nation safe.

Our vision is a world where national security is certain because technical superiority is assured.

Join us and become a vital element of The BlueHalo Effect!

EEO Statement

BlueHalo is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to Recruiting@bluehalo.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.