Fort Bragg, CA · On-site
$103.78 - $179.66/hr
Overview LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
Fort Bragg, CA · On-site
$103.78 - $179.66/hr
Overview LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ... Provides test pilot expertise to assigned programs; technology/research efforts to ensure man ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ... Provides test pilot expertise to assigned programs; technology/research efforts to ensure man ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ... Provides test pilot expertise to assigned programs; technology/research efforts to ensure man ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ... Provides test pilot expertise to assigned programs; technology/research efforts to ensure man ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Northrop Grumman's Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization is seeking a Staff Test Pilot for ... Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ...
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Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Northrop Grumman's Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization is seeking a Staff Test Pilot for ... Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ...
New
Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Staff Test Pilot RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED ... Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ...
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Edwards, CA · On-site
$214K - $321K/yr
Staff Test Pilot RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED ... Candidate may conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel ...
New
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
New
Edwards, CA · On-site
$170K - $190K/yr
Pilots will fly sorties for NASA and NASA customers to ensure that quality products and safe ... Should possess knowledge and first-hand experience necessary to succeed as a government contractor ...
New
La Canada Flintridge, CA · On-site
$155K - $225K/yr
C-130 Pilot KBR is seeking a highly qualified C/KC-130 Pilot to support tasking at the Naval Air ... As part of the world's largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government ...
La Canada Flintridge, CA · On-site
$155K - $225K/yr
C-130 Pilot KBR is seeking a highly qualified C/KC-130 Pilot to support tasking at the Naval Air ... As part of the world's largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$77K - $148K/yr
As government employees, Flight Program Operations pilots enjoy great work schedules and benefits. To get a behind-the-scenes look at our operation, read the FAA Safety Briefing September/October ...
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$77K - $148K/yr
As government employees, Flight Program Operations pilots enjoy great work schedules and benefits. To get a behind-the-scenes look at our operation, read the FAA Safety Briefing September/October ...
... to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.
... to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
New
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
New
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$137K - $206K/yr
Pilots are home almost every night, off on weekends, have an advanced one month work schedule. Must ... S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other ...
... to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.
... to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories.
Fort Bragg, CA · On-site
$103K - $179K/yr
LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War mission partner ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
Fort Bragg, CA · On-site
$103K - $179K/yr
LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War mission partner ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
$103K - $179K/yr
Overview LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
$103K - $179K/yr
Overview LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War ... LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with ...
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Fort Bragg, CA • On-site
$103.78 - $179.66/hr
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Posted 26 days ago
LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot /Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War mission partner on site at Fort Bragg, NC.
This role operates at the intersection of tactical UAS operations, autonomy testing, and rapid capability development. The selected candidate will serve as a key operational asset responsible for executing flight operations, supporting testing, and providing real‑world feedback to engineers and developers.
This position directly contributes to accelerating the fielding of autonomous and semi‑autonomous unmanned systems across the Department of War.
This is not a conventional UAS pilot role. The selected candidate will operate at the intersection of:
You will serve as a key operational test asset, providing real‑world feedback that directly informs system performance and future capability development.
LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial‑grade platforms and mission‑ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.
Leveraging our mission‑ready technology and solutions, provenexpertisein federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.
This position is in‑person in North Carolina and requires an active Secret clearance.
ResponsibilitiesOperational Execution
Test & Evaluation Support
Technical Integration
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Desired Qualifications
Target salary range: $103,784 - $179,659
Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.
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