Shield AI
Senior V-BAT Air Vehicle Operator, Demonstration (R5505)
Dallas, Texas · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 7, 2026
- Experience
- Minimum 1,000 documented unmanned flight hours or 250 manned flight hours.
About the job
Plans and leads V-BAT unmanned aircraft operations for customer demonstrations, evaluations, training, and other operational activities, while serving as an operator, instructor, troubleshooter, and customer-facing representative.
What you'll do
- Plan and lead flight operations, including risk management, airspace coordination, contingency planning, and mission execution.
- Troubleshoot aircraft, payload, datalink, and ground system issues; provide instruction and mentorship to customers and teammates.
- Execute demonstrations and other missions safely in domestic and international environments, building customer confidence.
What they ask for
- At least 1,000 documented unmanned flight hours or 250 manned flight hours.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate and a Secret DoD Security Clearance.
- Ability to pass required background investigations, drug screenings, and customer medical/dental requirements.
- Willingness and ability to travel 60–75%, including frequent CONUS and OCONUS deployments.
Nice to have
- FAA Private Pilot Certificate (PPL) or FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate; FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Certificate.
- Instructor qualification in manned or unmanned aviation; prior military aviation or UAS operational experience.
Tools
V-BAT, FAA Class II Medical Certificate, Secret DoD Security Clearance, FAA Private Pilot Certificate (PPL), FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, FAA Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, SATCOM
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