GENERAL DESCRIPTIONTyonek Services Group will provide field maintenance (to include phase maintenance and special inspections), limited sustainment level repair, aviation maintenance management, embedded support to the TDD-A/SIDs Flight Test Division, prototype development of systems and products, and aircraft modifications and upgrades. DUTIESResponsible for the planning, execution, and reporting of the developmental flight test that supports research and advanced concept programs that support unmanned aviation initiatives for TDD, the Army, government agencies, and the defense industry. Coordinate and execute ground flight testing or test related activities for various research and development activities to include: testing activities at airfield or off-site, test program management, project test support and program management for test activities. Coordinates test efforts with acquisition agencies including Program Managers offices, TRADOC Capability Managers, Contractors, and the user community. Performs test pilot duties for single and multi-ship operations utilizing multiple UAS types and groups IAW AR 95-1, TDD SOPs and command directives and memorandums. Other duties as assignedEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSHS diploma or equivalent Minimum of ten years of experience with a mix of fixed wing and rotary wing UAS operations in multiple UAS Groups (1-5) preferred. Must have instructor experience to support the development and execution of a training program for UAS Operators for S&T testing and demonstration activities.Beyond visual line of sight operations.Manned-unmanned teaming; particularly multi-ship UAS and launched effects operations.Designing, fabricating, testing, maintaining, and operating experimental UAS (at a minimum Class 2 UAS)Autonomous operations of UAS platforms particularly artificial-intelligence/machine-learning softwarePayloads: Electrical optical (EO), Infrared (IR)-MWIR/LWIR/SWIR, Electrical Warfare (EW)Military ground and air concepts of operation for UASAirspace design and operating requirementsDeveloping and maintaining UAS flight records and UAS training materialsAbility to pass an FAA Class II flight physical annually.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security ClearanceMust be a U.S. CitizenWe maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands, working at heights with fall protection devicesMust be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.May be required to lift up to 50 pounds and carry for short distances.May be required to read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, APU, etc.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / VEVRAA /ADATNC and its subsidiaries fall under ANCSA and are entitled under Federal Law to extend hiring preferences to its shareholders. ANCSA provides TNC the authority to give shareholder preference in hiring. TNC reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. Tyonek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA governed Federal Contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. TNC provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin or any other reason prohibited by law.