UAS Pilot - JR

Thunderbolt Solutions is seeking to hire UAS Pilot to support the FAA.
Thunderbolt Solutions is a small, flexible company where are our motto is 'find a way or make one' and it permeates in every facet of our business. When faced with a technical challenge, we aim to exceed expectations by developing and fielding innovative solutions for defense and commercial markets in a manner unencumbered by bureaucracy. Thunderbolt Solutions operates in an environment that fosters transparency, innovation, collaboration, inclusion and a learning mindset focused on solutions that enhance employee engagement.
As a Thunderbolt Solutions team member, you will use your creativity and innovation to support multiple unmanned aircraft system (UAS) related research efforts on behalf of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airport Technology Research and Development Branch (ATR) in the greater Egg Harbor NJ area. These research efforts include testing and evaluations of UAS detection and mitigation systems and exploring applications of UAS in and around the airport environment. The research conducted by ATR is highly visible with evolving objectives that have a high impact to airport safety and the National Airspace System (NAS).
Specific responsibilities

• Conduct UAS flight operations in support of FAA research efforts in a safe and responsible manner.
• Submit FAA airspace authorizations, requests for waivers, and other necessary documentation.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Conduct pre-flight planning to include assessment of weather conditions, coordination with air traffic control and other relevant entities, briefings, and issuance of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs).
• Ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations and company standard operating procedures.
• Maintain accurate and complete flight logs and records.
• Perform and document minor maintenance/troubleshooting of UAS equipment, as required.

We want YOU on our team if you have:

• UAS Part 107 certificate and minimum of 20 logged UAS flight hours (not simulator).
• Experience with airport operations, aviation communications, and the National Airspace System (NAS).
• Knowledge and experience with planning, coordinating, and executing UAS operations on and in the vicinity of an airport and within controlled and uncontrolled airspace, including obtaining the necessary FAA waivers, airspace authorizations, permits, approvals, etc.
• Experience with crew resource management and safety risk management preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel to various airports in the continental U.S. for up to 2 weeks per month.
• Must be able to pass FAA background screening.
• Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems or related aviation field a plus.

Thunderbolt Solutions offers competitive pay, paid time off (PTO) and benefits (health & 401(k).
Check us out at: https://tboltsolutions.com
Thunderbolt Software LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.