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Insitu is anticipating the need for UAS Operators at a Level 1 / Level 2 / Level 3 / Level 4 in the 3rd Quarter 2026, this opening is dependent on contract award. If you are interested in being considered for this role and meet the requirements below, APPLY TODAY!

What you'll do:

• Operate and maintain unmanned aircraft systems in compliance with checklists and safety protocols.
• Conducts preflight planning to include mission briefings weather forecasts, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), Special Instructions (SPINs) and airspace requirements.
• Evaluates customer's mission requirements and determines operational needs.
• Collect and analyze data obtained from flights; complete post-mission reports/logs.
• Collaborate with team members and customers to plan and execute UAS mission.
• Performs UAS and ground support equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Coordinates with Company subject matter experts to resolve issues beyond the scope of field maintenance capability, as needed.
• Conducts inventory of UAS spares/components and reports cycle counts.

Education & Experience:

UAS Operator Level 1 requirements:

• Associates Degree in the Aviation Field; Military Aviation Experience
• Currently has an active Secret clearance.

UAS Operator Level 2 requirements:

• Associates Degree in the Aviation Field; Military Aviation Experience; or 1+ years of UAS Operator experience.
• Currently has an active Secret clearance.

UAS Operator Level 3 requirements:

• Associates Degree in the Aviation Field; Military Aviation Experience; or 3+ years of UAS Operator experience.
• Currently has an active Secret clearance.

UAS Operator Level 4 requirements:

• Associates Degree in the Aviation Field; Military Aviation Experience; or 6+ years of UAS Operator experience.
• Currently has an active Secret clearance.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• A working expertise with Insitu tracking programs and library documentation is preferred.
• FAA certifications (Pilot or A&P), deployed time or production experience are preferred but not required.

Travel Requirement:

• Must be willing to deploy to remote locations and at times austere environments for 4-to-6-month assignments; willingness to travel up to 70% of the year.

At Insitu, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Insitu also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire.
Please note that the salary information show below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location.

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Insitu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.