UAS Operator (Remote Pilot in Command)

About the role

Tekever is seeking an experienced UAS Operator to support Strategic Development and Operations in the United States. The role combines operational flying, instructional leadership and subject-matter expertise across Tekever unmanned aircraft platforms. As Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC), the person is authorised to conduct check flights, graded evaluations and final course assessments, and plays a key part in flight school planning, instructor oversight, operational readiness and continuous improvement while keeping strict safety and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Act as RPIC under FAA Part 107 regulations and company procedures, planning, executing and debriefing flights to the highest safety and operational standards
• Carry out site surveys, risk assessments and pre-deployment briefings, and support deployments including in remote or austere environments
• Maintain aircraft in a safe, airworthy condition, oversee pre- and post-flight inspections and keep accurate maintenance and operational records
• Design and deliver training programmes, give pilot instruction and run check flights, graded evaluations and annual proficiency assessments
• Mentor and supervise Junior UAS Operators and Maintenance Technicians, and close training gaps through performance feedback
• Act as liaison between flight operations, maintenance teams and manufacturers, and provide on-site and remote technical support
• Support operational procedures and training documentation, liaise with the FAA and other U.S. authorities, and promote continuous improvement in safety culture

Required profile

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
• At least 2 years of professional UAS flight experience and 1 year of hands-on aircraft or UAS maintenance experience
• Experience supporting U.S. Government customers and delivering UAS pilot instruction and formal evaluations
• Operational experience on Group 2 and Group 3 UAS platforms
• Strong leadership, mentoring and organisational skills, sound aeronautical judgment, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including short-notice deployments
• Valid U.S. driver's licence, ability to lift 40 lbs, eligibility to work in the U.S., and ability to comply with export controls (ITAR/EAR), obtain security clearances, and pass background checks and drug screening

Preferred qualifications

• Austere or contingency environment experience
• Defense, homeland security or ISR operations experience
• Microsoft Office and Google Workspace proficiency

What we offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities
• Retirement savings plan (401k)
• Paid time off, company holidays and paid sick leave
• Health insurance coverage