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Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Sensor Operator

$59K - $106K/yr

Airborne Sensor Operator (ASO) supporting a manned ISR program that will be based CONUS. Leidos ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

Leidos

Airborne Mission Systems Instructor

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$65K - $118K/yr

... airborne operations-giving you the chance to directly influence aviators heading into meaningful ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for airborne salary in the United States is $35.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $41.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Airborne Salary vs Drone Operator Salary?

AspectAirborne SalaryDrone Operator Salary
Required CredentialsFAA Part 107 Certification, pilot licenseFAA Part 107 Certification, pilot license
Work EnvironmentAircraft, helicopters, fixed-wing planesRemote, ground-based, aerial filming
Industry UsageAerospace, military, logisticsMedia, real estate, inspections

Both Airborne Salary and Drone Operator Salary require FAA certification and involve aerial work. However, Airborne Salary typically refers to pilots operating aircraft, while Drone Operator Salary pertains to remote-controlled drone work. The roles differ mainly in work environment and industry applications, but share similar certification requirements.

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Infographic showing various Airborne Salary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,427 per year, or $35.3 per hour.

Safety and Airborne Representative

KCG Engineering Group

Norfolk, VA • On-site

$90K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
KCG Engineering Group Inc (KCG) is a government contracting firm specializing in program support across multiple support areas for both military and civilian agencies. KCG has been in business for 20+ years in the government industry and has been voted one of the "Best Places to Work" for the past 7 years.
KCG is seeking a Safety and Airborne Representative to lead the Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) program for the Joint Enabling Capabilities Command (JECC) while providing critical oversight for the Joint Communications Support Element (JCSE) Airborne Program. This position is contingent upon award.
Responsibilities
Related activities to include, but not limited to:
  • Safety Leadership: Serve as the principal SOH advisor, managing the Unit Safety Officer (USO) program, Hearing/Respiratory Protection programs, and auditing contractor.
  • Risk & Mishap Management: Execute the 5-step DoD Risk Management process and lead official mishap investigations and reporting.
  • Airborne Oversight: Advise leadership on joint airborne operations, ensure compliance with joint doctrine, and manage malfunction/incident reporting in strict accordance with AR 59-4.

Requirements
Required Qualifications:
  • Clearance: Active Secret security clearance.
  • Airborne Experience: 10+ years in military airborne operations (including joint personnel and heavy equipment drops).
  • Jumpmaster: Graduate of the U.S. Army Jumpmaster Course.
  • Safety Experience: 5+ years managing a comprehensive military/DoD safety program.
  • Safety Training: Graduate of a service-specific safety officer course (e.g., Army USOC, USMC GSM, NAVOSH, or AF Risk Mgmt & SST).
  • Joint Experience: Prior experience serving in a joint or multinational headquarters.
  • Doctrinal Knowledge: Verifiable expertise in DoD safety regulations, joint airborne doctrine (JP 3-18, JP 3-16, FM 3-99, ATP 4-48, DAFMAN 13-217, AFDP 3-36), and AR 59-4 malfunction reporting procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate degree.
  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP) from the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP).

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Salary Description
$90,000-$150,000

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