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PDS TECH is currently looking for a RPIC - Drone Pilot for our client in Hawthorne, CAIf you are available, interested and meet the qualifications below, please call DJ Englert to discuss - 714-384-0004As the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) - you are responsible for the safe, on-time and efficient operation of the unmanned aerial system (UAS).The RPICs duties include conducting operational flights and overseeing vehicle performance, flying qualities, and capabilities of UAS systems.This position requires that the RPIC may travel in their personal vehicle or be riding and driving on and off property.Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position, you will be required to be placed in a drug and alcohol testing pool.Job Duties:Conduct pre-flight planning to include operational briefings, analyzing weather forecasts, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), and airspace requirements.
Execute operational needs and mission requirements for each customer.
Document and complete pre/post UAS logs.
Perform equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Document inventory of UAS spares/components and maintenance actions.
Communicate and coordinate with internal and external entities for safe flight operations.
Stand, sit, stoop, squat, crouch, crawl, walk, run, and climb or descend stairs.
Carry a UAS approximately (55 lbs.)
Minimum Qualifications:Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) required. Hold a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate required.Have a valid drivers license required.Have authorization to work in the United States required.Have a minimum of 6 months of aviation experience either or combination of: o Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Experience and/or Flight (Rotary or Fixed Wing) required.PREFERREDBachelors Degree or higher from an accredited school.
Hold a current FAA Commercial Certificate or any other FAA Airmen Certificate
Experience with a Ground Control Station software (Mission Planner, UgCS , QGroundControl, etc)
Experience operating within a large team and in a commercial/industrial setting
Experience with multirotor as well as fixed-wing drones
Experience flying UAVs within a crowded multi-UAS airspace (5m apart)
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
