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Full Time Second In Command Pilot Jobs in Washington, DC

Heven AeroTech

Chief UAS Pilot

Sterling, VA · On-site

Chief UAS Pilot Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Sterling, Virginia FLSA: Exempt Reports To: U.S ... second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared ...

Heven AeroTech

Chief UAS Pilot

Sterling, VA

Chief UAS Pilot Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Sterling, Virginia FLSA: Exempt Reports To: U.S ... second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared ...

DC Taste

Catering Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$70K/yr

As the second-in-command in our kitchen, you will work closely with the Executive Chef to oversee food preparation, manage kitchen staff, and ensure the flawless execution of events ranging from ...

KidStrong

Assistant General Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

KidStrong Assistant General Managers are the second in command when it comes to the center. It's the responsibility of the Assistant General Manager to work closely with the General Manager on ...

KidStrong

Assistant General Manager

Springfield, VA · On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

KidStrong Assistant General Managers are the second in command when it comes to the center. It's the responsibility of the Assistant General Manager to work closely with the General Manager on ...

Pae

Functional Flight Check Pilot

Andrews, MD · On-site

$92.37/hr

FAA test flight program in the UH-1 or commercial equivalent. * Must possess or be able to attain a current FAA Medical Certificate Second Class. * Must have a minimum of 1,500 hours first pilot with ...

Clyde's Restaurant Group

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Executive Sous Chef

Washington, DC · On-site

$80K - $90K/yr

As Executive Sous Chef, you're the second in command. You help run the kitchen, lead the team, and put your mark on the food every day. WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF * Reputable ...

Capstonedc

Vice President, Accounting

Washington, DC

Operate as a trusted second-in-command escalating only the highest-judgment items, and bringing solutions rather than status updates. What You Bring * Experience. 5-10 years of progressive accounting ...

Capstonedc

Vice President, Accounting

Washington, DC · On-site

Operate as a trusted second-in-command escalating only the highest-judgment items, and bringing solutions rather than status updates. What You Bring * Experience. 5-10 years of progressive accounting ...

Maximus

Critical Incident Command (CIC) Shift Lead

VA · On-site +1

... Full-time Description & Requirements Maximus is a trusted federal partner supporting mission ... We invest in our workforce through training, education, and career development, empowering ...

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As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time second in command pilot in Washington, DC is $148,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $113,300.00 and $175,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Second In Command Pilot vs First Officer?

AspectFull Time Second In Command PilotFirst Officer
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate often preferredCommercial Pilot License, ATP certificate typically required
Work EnvironmentOperates as the second-in-command on commercial flights, supporting the captainAssists the captain, often the first to take control in emergencies
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, cargo carriers, private jet operatorsAirlines, commercial aviation

The Full Time Second In Command Pilot and First Officer roles are closely related, with both requiring similar certifications and working in commercial aviation environments. The main difference is that the Second In Command often refers to the same position as First Officer, but the term emphasizes their supporting role as the second-in-command on the flight deck.

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Chief UAS Pilot

Heven AeroTech

Sterling, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Title: Chief UAS Pilot
Company: Heven AeroTech
Location: Sterling, Virginia
FLSA: Exempt
Reports To: U.S. President of Operations
About Our Company:
At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people-we build our success on it. As a recognized leader in hydrogen-powered drones, we've earned recognition for creating a workplace where innovation thrives, collaboration is second nature, and every employee feels valued. Our culture is anchored in trust and a shared commitment to excellence.
We believe great teams are built on individuals who are humble, hungry, and smart-those who put team success first, take initiative to continuously improve, and demonstrate strong interpersonal awareness. At Heven, your voice matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions make a tangible impact as you grow through hands-on experience and collaboration across the team.
Role Summary:
The Chief Unmanned System Pilot at Heven AeroTech is responsible for developing and managing the drone program across the United States and among the defense, public safety and commercial sectors. This role involves overseeing all drone operations, training programs, and compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring safe and effective use of UAVs. The Chief Pilot will also act as the primary pilot and aviation technical advisor, collaborating with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and safety.
Essential Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the Heven AeroTech United States Drone program in collaboration with our overseas offices.
  • Oversee all drones, drone pilots, programs, and training for the United States.
  • Work with supply chain management to source NDAA compliant parts and materials for our portfolio of UAVs in compliance with Cyber Security and logistics requirements.
  • Register all drones and collaborate with insurance and the FAA and other regulatory authorities.
  • Act as the authorized primary pilot and aviation technical advisor, including all associated support equipment (Ground Control Station, hydrogen generation equipment, etc.)
  • Develop, implement, and manage the training program for drone pilots and ground crew.
  • Conduct initial and refresher training for pilots and ground crew.
  • Administer final qualification checks and oversee continuation training for personnel.
  • Monitor and maintain flight crew records and qualifications in compliance with FAA regulations.
  • Certify training pilots to train customer pilots on flight operations for Part 107 operations.
  • Develop and manage the process for flight plan review 48 hours prior to flight and concise test reports and/or summaries after flight.
  • Develop and manage all necessary flight and maintenance logbooks across all flight and Ground Support Equipment platforms and teams.
  • Become intimately familiar with all areas of the product portfolio to include Air Vehicles (operations and maintenance), Ground Control Stations and associated software/user interfaces, and all Ground Support Equipment.
  • Support the development of sustainment-ready military UAS by providing product feedback to the engineering teams to inform design objectives and improvements

Qualifications & Experience:
Required:
  • At least five years practical experience with secure radio frequency (RF) or beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) and satellite communication (SATCOM)
  • At least five years' of payload experience with EO/IR cameras, thermal imaging sensors, LiDAR, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), and communication relays.
  • A minimum of 1500 hours of total flight time on a multi-rotor system as the PIC with at least 40 take-offs and landings within the previous 90 days.
  • Experience with Group II and/or Group III fixed wing UAS.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Self-motivated and disciplined.
  • Experience in developing, writing, or maintaining programs and systems.
  • Experience in training delivery and development.
  • Ability to organize and maintain registrations, insurance, certifications, and training records.
  • FAA licensed with at least a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and a Class II medical certificate.

Preferred:
  • Experience deploying and leading UAS teams in hostile threat environments.
  • Practical experience working with the DoD or law enforcement (federal, state or local) with the deployment of unmanned systems

Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to travel 50% of the time, CONUS and OCONUS.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
  • Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.
  • Paid personal and maternity/parental leaves.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program

Benefits Overview:
Heven AeroTech offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans, paid time off/sick, and additional protections such as critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident coverage, and short- and long-term disability.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Heven AeroTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Salary Range:
$125,000-$190,000 USD

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