Gobal Hawk - Principal / Sr Principal Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Pilot
Requisition ID: R10171172
Category: Flight Operations
Location: Unknown City, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: Yes- May Consider Full Time Teleworking for this position
Shift: Any (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 50% of the Time
Positions Available: 1
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
You will pilot unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) during developmental test and operational flights. You will remotely pilot vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers. You will define, plan, organize and execute complex flight programs and flight test events. You will also Conduct briefings and debriefings, and coordinate with maintenance personnel to analyze and correct vehicle discrepancies. May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel to exhibit vehicle performance, flying qualities and system capabilities. Typically FAA rated.
You will perform Global Hawk Pilot and Instructor Pilot duties for the Logistics and Operations Support Center, in support of current and future Autonomous Systems Operating Unit programs. You will serve as the Global Hawk pilot for launch, recovery, and sensor operations segments of Global Hawk missions. You will also participate with customer staff in planning and execution of Global Hawk flight Operations as directed.
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Basic Qualifications:
Principal:
High School diploma or equivalent and 9 years of aviation experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 5 years of aviation experience; or Master's Degree and 3 years of related aviation experience.
Qualified Global Hawk Instructor Pilot.
FAA Commercial Pilot or ATP Certificate.
Single Engine Land privileges with Instrument Rating.
Minimum of 500 flight hours as a pilot-in-command of a manned aircraft.
Current Class II or higher FAA medical certificate.
Current Secret Clearance required.
Sr Principal:
High School diploma or equivalent and 13 years of aviation experience; or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 9 years of aviation experience; or Master's Degree and 7 years of related aviation experience.
Qualified Global Hawk Instructor Pilot.
FAA Commercial Pilot or ATP Certificate.
Single Engine Land privileges with Instrument Rating.
Minimum of 500 flight hours as a pilot-in-command of a manned aircraft.
Current Class II or higher FAA medical certificate.
Current Secret Clearance required.
Preferred Qualifications Principal / Sr Principal:
Current Global Hawk Instructor Pilot.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman 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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.