About this role
Role Description
This position reports directly to the Manager of Training and Standardization. The ideal person for this role possesses a deep operational expertise in (s)UAS flight operations, standardization, curriculum development, and project management. This role serves as a senior pilot for operational procedures, flight area oversight, and technical integration.
The ideal candidate would be experienced in:
Cross-functional engagement Engineering collaboration Flight test support Procedural standardization Interpersonal communication Fundamentals of instruction Team leadership principles Creating safe, compliant, mission-ready staff and operations
Qualifications
Minimum 4 years of directly related experience Deep understanding and proficiency in Defense related UAS products Strong attention to detail with strict adherence to operational and safety protocols Experience in conducting demonstrations, field operations, initial qualification training and evaluations, curriculum development, and equipment testing Knowledge of UAS technology, airspace regulations, and industry best practices Excellent communication and instructional skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts to trainees Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in UAS operations Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment
Requirements
Maintain proficiency and currency with all of KHA's emerging UAS technologies, regulatory changes, and operational best practices Hold and maintain all required certifications Adhere to FAA regulations and guidelines, ensuring compliance during UAS operations and activities Support demonstrations, field missions, customer operations, collaborative experimentation, and equipment testing Assist with flight planning, pre/post-flight checks, risk assessments, and maintaining accurate maintenance and flight logs Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and software updates on UAS platforms and ground control systems Maintain personal flight records, actively participate in training exercises, and maintain individual currency requirements Adhere to Integrated Safety Management, attend required meetings, and maintain a clean, organized UAS hangar Travel up to 70%
Benefits
Standardization & Evaluation Support Serve as a senior pilot authority for operational standards, flight procedures, and safety compliance Conduct periodic audits of flight areas to ensure adherence to company and regulatory requirements Develop, maintain, and standardize operational documentation and mission procedures Manage revision control for risk assessments, mission briefs, and operations guidance Lead or support updates to training content, instructional methods, and delivery standards Provide data-driven recommendations to enhance operational performance
Company Description
Kraus Hamdani Aerospace (KHA) is an aerospace company specializing in long-endurance unmanned aerial platforms for a wide variety of industries. KHA supports a number of customers to carry out missions involving aerial reconnaissance, survey, communication relay, and communications provisioning.