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Senior V-BAT Air Vehicle Operator, Demonstration (R5505)

Shield AI· Aircraft Operations Division – Customer Operations
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Dallas, TX$100k - $140kFull Time EmployeePosted 4w ago

About the role

Senior Associate Air Vehicle Operator for Shield AI’s Demonstration Team responsible for planning, executing, and leading unmanned aircraft operations in support of customer demonstrations, evaluations, training events, and business development, with heavy emphasis on independent mission execution, customer liaison, and safety.

Responsibilities

  • Customer-Focused Flight Operations- Safely executes complex demonstrations while building customer confidence through professional, disciplined, and mission-focused flight operations.
  • Mission Planning & Operational Leadership- Plans and leads all aspects of flight operations including risk management, airspace coordination, contingency planning, crew coordination, and mission execution.
  • Technical Troubleshooting & Systems Knowledge- Rapidly identifies, diagnoses, and resolves aircraft, payload, datalink, and ground system issues to maximize mission success and aircraft availability.
  • Instruction, Mentorship & Team Development- Develops customers and teammates through classroom instruction, simulator training, live-flight instruction, mentorship, and standardization.
  • Adaptability & Independent Decision-Making- Thrives in rapidly changing domestic and international environments by exercising sound judgment, solving problems independently, and maintaining operational effectiveness under pressure.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1,000 documented unmanned flight hours or 250 manned flight hours
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance
  • Ability to pass required background investigations, drug screenings, and customer medical/dental requirements
  • Willingness and ability to travel 60–75%, including frequent CONUS and OCONUS deployments
  • Demonstrated experience operating independently in dynamic, high-tempo, and austere environments
  • Strong aviation decision-making, operational risk management, and safety mindset
  • Excellent verbal communication and professional customer engagement skills

Skills

Required:Unmanned flight operationsFAA Class II Medical CertificateDoD security clearanceTravel readinessIndependent decision-making

Benefits

  • Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
  • Temporary employee offer package: pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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