UAV Test Pilots SURVICE Engineering CompanyUAV Test PilotsChurchville, MD$28–$33 / hourThey have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today.
Technical Lead - Building Decarbonization Research & Pilots Steven Winter AssociatesTechnical Lead - Building Decarbonization Research & PilotsWashington, DC$110,000–$155,000 / yearWe endeavor to create a workplace where people feel empowered to act; a safe place where people are open to discussing different views; ongoing education opportunities around diversity, equity, and inclusion; and to build a culture of belonging and accountability. Responsibilities include project meetings, technical analysis, site visits, and field investigations at active construction sites and occupied buildings.
UAS Red Team Pilot CACIUAS Red Team PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, MarylandAs a CACI UAS Red Team Pilot you will be responsible for performing operational responsibilities for COTS UAS fixed-wing and rotary platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
Maintenance Technical Pilot PSA Airlines, IncMaintenance Technical PilotArlington, VAComplies with all administrative programs including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned. Such authority commences at the time the crewmembers report for duty, continues while enroute, at intermediate departure points, and until the crewmembers have gone off duty to receive a rest period.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AISenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationWashington, DCCollaboration Across Teams — Work closely with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers) to deliver and validate mission-critical functionality on time. • Hardware/Software Debugging — Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments — including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads.
Sr Staff Test Pilot Northrop Grumman CorpSr Staff Test PilotBaltimore, MD$222,700–$334,100 / yearThe above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate''s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation''s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.
NewAIRPLANE PILOT United States Air ForceAIRPLANE PILOTDC$140,025–$182,034 / yearThe qualifications of Airplane/Helicopter Pilots or Airplane/Helicopter Flight Instructors in an Air Force active duty and Reserve force are directly related to the completion of prerequisite training and number of flying hours rather than years of experience. Additionally, if you are applying for a higher grade (GS) and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one year time-in-grade requirement so you will need to provide an SF-50 which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-grade Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).
C UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot CIS Secure Computing, Inc.C UAS Trainer/RPV PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, MD$105,000–$145,000 / yearDarkblade Systems, as a part of the CIS Secure enterprise, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. The candidate is responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems.
NewKing Air Pilot (Deployed) Technology Service CorporationKing Air Pilot (Deployed)Silver Spring, MDWhen evaluating the flight time of applicants meeting the basic qualifications, consideration will be given to, quality, quantity, recent experience, and verifiability of training; complexity of aircraft flown; types of flight operations; and hours flown as PIC in turbine powered aircraft. TSC has immediate openings forpilots to serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and Second-in-Command (SIC) for civil fisheries enforcement maritime surveillance missions across multiple island locations in the Central and Western Pacific.
C-UAS Trainer/RPV Pilot Darkblade Systems, LLCC-UAS Trainer/RPV PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland$105,000–$145,000 / yearFull timeDarkblade Systems, as a part of the CIS Secure enterprise, is a trusted provider of specialized capabilities to priority programs within the defense and intelligence communities, delivering scientific, engineering, technical, operational support and training services. The candidate is responsible for COTS UAS multi-rotor platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems.
NewHelicopter Pilot Office of the Chief Financial Officer, Washington, DCHelicopter PilotWashington, DCOperates as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for high-risk and dynamic aviation missions, providing critical air support for real-time tactical surveillance, fleeing suspect tracking, executive protection, major event overwatch (such as inaugurations and marches), search and rescue operations in both urban and wooded environments, and aerial assistance for perimeter security and crowd control during large-scale public events. This position is deemed as "Safety Sensitive" pursuant to Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests: Criminal background check; Traffic record check (as applicable); Consumer credit check (as applicable); Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and.
Field Project Manager & Remote Pilot in Command American RoboticsField Project Manager & Remote Pilot in CommandSparks Glencoe, MarylandRemoteThe ideal candidate holds a valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, has a proven track record in managing UAS field operations, and demonstrates exceptional organizational and leadership abilities. This dual-role position combines hands-on expertise in UAS operations with advanced project management skills to deliver efficient, high-quality outcomes in diverse applications.
Remote Piloted Vehicles (RPV) Pilot TechINT Solutions Group, LLCRemote Piloted Vehicles (RPV) PilotBaltimore, MDRemoteHowever, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by TechINT Solution Group, or (c) consistent with TechINT Solutions Group’s legal duty to furnish information. TechINT Solutions Group is seeking motivated individuals to work at Aberdeen Proving Grounds for the position of Unmanned Aerial System Pilot, who will operate commercial off the shelf (COTS) remotely piloted vehicles (RPVs), ground stations, and payloads.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, the GCS team, feature crews, the Strategic Systems (ACP) portfolio (whose existing mission autonomy solution underpins X-BAT), and customer/program offices (U.S. and international services); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. Develop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto V-BAT, including payload and sensor integration (e.g., payload computer bring-up, ViDAR, EO/IR), integration with the custom V-BAT autopilot and its control modes (e.g., HSA, waypoint), multi-agent coordination, and customer release cadence - and lead a small team through the design, development, and delivery of a major capability or program.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams & Partners - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners (including embedded contractor engineers and U.S. or international government program offices); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. Develop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto launched effects platforms, including payload computer bring-up, autopilot integration (e.g., PX4, ArduPilot), multi-agent coordination, and fleet-scale deployment to disconnected or air-gapped environments - and lead a small team through the design, development, and delivery of a major capability or program.
External Pilot Textron IncExternal PilotHunt Valley, MD$31–$46.29 / hourDuties include but are not limited to; assisting project engineering with all aspects of new product integration, implementation, and testing in both ground and flight environments, support of new integration flight tests, customer training and support, system capability demonstration flights, and New Aircraft Check Out (NACO) of production UAS platforms at operational locations around the globe. Recruiting Company: Textron Systems Primary Location: US-Maryland-Hunt Valley Job Function: Flight Operations Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Experienced Shift: First Shift Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time Job Posting: 05/27/2026, 8:40:19 PM Job Number: 342357.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$160,000–$240,000 / yearCollaboration Across Teams - Work closely with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers) to deliver and validate mission-critical functionality on time. Hardware/Software Debugging - Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments - including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$228,000–$342,000 / yearHardware/Software Debugging - Diagnose and resolve integration issues across complex autonomy stacks, payload computers, and embedded systems in lab and field environments - including memory, CPU, and timing profiling under operationally-representative loads. Mentorship & Growth - Mentor senior engineers and other team leads; provide cross-functional mentorship to engineers in adjacent departments; help shape the leveling and career bar for the team and the broader engineering organization.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot IntegrationDC$187,531–$281,297 / yearCollaboration Across Teams - Act as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team, feature crews, and external partners (platform integrators, vehicle/autopilot control vendors, C2 providers); author and negotiate ICDs and interface contracts rather than just consume them. At this level, you'll also serve as a technical leader within the team - leading a small feature crew or sub-program through design, integration, and delivery, mentoring mid-level engineers, and representing the team directly to capability teams and external partners.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5176) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Emerging Domains (R5176)DC$220,000–$330,000 / yearDevelop & Field Autonomy - Develop & integrate autonomy software solutions onto emerging-domain platforms - satellites, USVs/UUVs, unmanned helicopters, and similar - including platform and autopilot integration, payload and sensor integration, mission behaviors, and validation across software-in-the-loop, hardware-in-the-loop, vehicle-in-the-loop, and live test events. Job Description: The Autonomous Pilot Integration team for emerging domains builds autonomy solutions for new platforms and mission profiles outside Shield AI's established portfolios - including space (satellites, missile defense), maritime (USV and UUV integration), and contested logistics (unmanned helicopters and related autonomous resupply platforms).
Senior Finance Analyst Co-Pilot Nestle SASenior Finance Analyst Co-PilotArlington, VASupport business with accurate financials as an enabler for analysis of new product proposals Uses knowledge and understanding of total delivered cost structure to provide analytics to support business decision making Operates as a key lead resource, supporting the FP&A Sr Manager in streamlining processes and implementing best practices across the businesses Other special projects and duties as assigned. Key areas of responsibility include partnering with the Brand Co-pilots through the MBP process and is a key piece on building monthly Operational Forecasts (OF), Annual AOP forecasts, MBS scenario modeling, providing most updated and relevant financial scenario information to the Division Co-Pilots to facilitate the management of their brands with he extended teams.
F-35 Pilot Training Support Analyst, Senior Booz Allen Hamilton IncF-35 Pilot Training Support Analyst, SeniorArlington, VA$86,800–$198,000 / yearCoordinate, support, and execute F-35 Training Stakeholder Forums and enterprise-wide conferences or events such as Pilot Training System Review Teams (TSRTs), Resource Scheduling Working Groups (RSWGs), and Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs). What You'll Work On: Provide Programmatic support for, Enterprise Training Event Coordination and Execution, Contract Analysis or Negotiations, Training Device Development, Production, and Sustainment Issues, and Coalition Training Policy Matters.
UAS Pilot / Operator / FSR American RoboticsUAS Pilot / Operator / FSRSparks, MarylandTeam collaboration on flight operations, travel schedule, waiver submissions, site surveys, improving safety and day-to-day processes. Proficient in using software for flight planning, data / flight log analysis, parameter files, and image / video editing.
UAS Red Team Pilot CACI International IncUAS Red Team PilotAberdeen Proving Ground, MD$75,200–$158,100 / yearThe Opportunity: As a CACI UAS Red Team Pilot you will be responsible for performing operational responsibilities for COTS UAS fixed-wing and rotary platforms and supporting systems to gather intelligence for mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering remote piloted ground and air vehicle systems. Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications.
Pilot (First Officer) - East Region NetJets Inc.Pilot (First Officer) - East RegionBaltimore, MD$86,015–$117,706 / yearGreets Owners/passengers pre-flight, makes introductions and briefs them on the specific flight/trip and verifies itinerary/provides passengers with weather updates and safety briefings and explains any changes to itinerary. Acts as a liaison for Owners/ passengers and NetJets from the time the Owners/passengers arrive at the FBO until they have safely landed at their final destination and have departed the final FBO.
NewAirline Pilot - First Officer Piedmont AirlinesAirline Pilot - First OfficerWashington, DCFirst Officer hourly pay starting at $99.00 75 hour minimum gurantee Captain pay begins once you log 750 Piedmont flight hours and successfully bid to upgrade Longevity match: Bring your service time from another 121 carrier. Piedmont Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines Group, operates a fleet of Embraer 145 regional jets and is proud to connect communities across the East Coast and beyond.
Criminal Investigator- Special Agent (Pilot) (Reemployed Annuitant) U.S. Department of JusticeCriminal Investigator- Special Agent (Pilot) (Reemployed Annuitant)Washington, DC$106,437–$138,370 / yearDuties include, but are not limited to: Conducting complex criminal investigations targeting narcotics and drug related activities; Identifying and apprehending drug traffickers and arresting individuals engaged in criminal drug activities; Utilizing a combined methodology of intelligence, investigative techniques, and legal authorities to conduct investigations and associated activities; Preparing written documentation utilizing expert knowledge in support of investigations; Collaborating with teams of special agents and other law enforcement officers; making assignments and providing guidance and coordination to team members; Operating aircraft, planning and executing flights, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for investigative purposes; Coordinating operational flight missions with supported units domestically and with host nation countries to support enforcement operations; Providing real time guidance during operations in order to significantly enhance the success of drug trafficking investigations. GS-13 Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: Conducting complex criminal investigations, performing all phases required for successful completion; Planning operations concerned with major purchases of evidence, search, seizures, raids and arrests; Operating aircraft to plan and execute flights for investigative purposes to include performing air/ground surveillance, air photography, fugitive transport, undercover role enhancement, airborne reconnaissance, emergency evacuations, electronic tracking, sensitive cargo transport, marijuana eradication and/or prisoner transport; Providing real-time operational flight mission guidance; Promoting information exchange and maintaining relationships with representatives of local, state and Federal agencies; and.