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Robot type
Drone · Defense
Location
DallasTexasUSA
Job type
Customer Success
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Salary
$100,000–$150,000 a year
Full-time

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

Job description

The Demonstration Team - Senior Associate Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) is responsible for planning, executing, and leading domestic and international unmanned aircraft operations in support of customer demonstrations, evaluations, training events, operational exercises, and business development activities.

This position serves as one of the primary customer-facing representatives of the company and plays a critical role in showcasing the capabilities of the V-BAT system to military, government, and commercial customers worldwide.

Unlike traditional flight operations, Demonstration Team AVOs are expected to independently execute missions with limited support while simultaneously serving as…

Job 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…

Job requirements

  • 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
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