Airbus - Unmanned Aircraft System; UAS) Operator Lvl III

Position: Airbus - Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Operator Lvl III
Location: Bingen

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Job Description:

Are you an experienced aviation professional who thrives at the intersection of flight operations, engineering, and real-world customer deployment? We are seeking a Flexrotor UAS Operator III to serve as the critical bridge between our engineering/production teams and our global field operations. In this high-impact, hands-on role, you won't just be behind a desk-you'll be supervising customer demonstrations on land and maritime platforms, leading industrial flight tests, and ensuring our cutting-edge Flexrotor unmanned aerial systems (UAS) perform flawlessly in mission-critical environments worldwide.

Meet the Team:
The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program offers one of the most sophisticated small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and r Working Environment:
Nestled in the heart of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether it's solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you'll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Northwest has to offer!

How We Care for You:
Financial Rewards:
Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan ("ESOP") Work/Life Balance:
Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program. Health & Welfare:
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages. Individual Development:
Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility. As a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Your Challenges:
System Demonstration and site preparation/coordination: 50% Supervise demonstration from site preparation up to flight operations as well as all administrative and logistics aspects Prepare delivered aircraft and be responsible for customer acceptance of aircraft, Ground Support Equipment (GSE), and payloads. Supervise inventory and inspection of all parts of the system to ensure compliance with company standards. Identify discrepancies and implement solutions to ensure all products meet compliance standards post-delivery.

Coordinate with key stakeholders to address issues found during integration and ensure timely resolution. Maintain detailed records of integration procedures, results, and corrective actions taken. Collaborate with HO Flight Operations & Demo to continuously improve integration processes and product quality.…