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System EngineerUAV Pilot

Role Summary:
In this role, you will be a flight test operator who works closely with our customers and our experienced AiRXOS flight team to develop, integrate and flight test solutions focused on a digital unmanned aircraft system ecosystem that is innovating and advancing next generation air traffic management, autonomy and commercial unmanned aircraft operations.

Essential Responsibilities:
In this role, you will
• Fly UAV systems as a FAA Part 107 certified Remote Pilot to test AiRXOS developed solutions and products
• Support flight test operations through hardware and software systems integration
• Develop and execute flight test plans and procedures in support of system under test (SUT) and system of system (SoS) solutions
• Integrate AiRXOS software and products on UAs and then verify and fight test
• Perform scheduled maintenance and updates on UAS
• Troubleshoot UAS hardware and software problems
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve issues
• Identify product / design re-use opportunities to reduce development cost and risk
• Document technical data required for validation & verification of flight test, certification and safety assessments
• Participate in relevant industry standards committees, working groups, and conferences

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Systems Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university
• Minimum 0-1 years of prior unmanned aircraft flight experience (fixed wing, VTOL and/or multicopter)
• FAA Part 107 remote pilot certified
• Must be willing to travel to customer and GE sites as required (greater than 50% travel)

Desired Characteristics:
 Experience with Mission Planner, QGround Control, UgCS or other GCS control software
 High aptitude for problem solving
 FAA Part 61 licensed pilot
 FCC licensed operator
 PIXHAWK / Ardupilot experience
 RC aircraft construction experience (soldering, autopilot programming, assembly, etc.)
 Strong oral and written communication skills
 Strong interpersonal skills
 Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
 Ability to successfully work in a team environment

About Us:
AiRXOS, part of GE Aviation, is leading a new era of commercial Unmanned Vehicle (UV) solutions. With reliable, safe Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) platforms, a wide-range of regulatory services, and powerful hardware, we’re expanding advanced operations like Beyond Visual Line of Sight, to safely accelerate the business of unmanned aerial systems and integrate unmanned traffic into the National Air Space. AiRXOS offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. AiRXOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Locations: United States; Florida, Massachusetts; Boston, Clearwater

GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening.

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