PILOT United States ArmyPILOTWashington, DC$122,749–$159,575 / yearMinimum requirements are total flight time 1500 hours, pilot in command 250 hours, night flying 75 hours, flying time in the last 12 months 100 hours, heavy multi-engine airplane 500 hours (heavy is defined as gross takeoff weight in excess of 12,500 pounds), heavy helicopter 500 hours (Up to 250 hours flying time acquired in heavy multi-engine airplanes may be substituted), 75 hours instrument (at least 10 of the required hours must have been logged in actual instrument weather. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service which includes flying heavy multi engine airplanes and/or helicopters on extended flights, transporting passengers and/or cargo to a wide variety of domestic and foreign points, and managing the suitability of aircraft components or systems for a flight activity/aviation program.
Tactical Helicopter Unit Pilot- FBI AMSS -Stafford, VA V2X IncTactical Helicopter Unit Pilot- FBI AMSS -Stafford, VAStafford, VAWe ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. V2X provides vertically integrated turnkey lifecycle support from concept definition, to engineering and manufacturing, through end-of-life support of complex systems.
Sr Principal Pilot Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Northrop Grumman CorpSr Principal Pilot Unmanned Aerial VehicleChantilly, VA$156,400–$234,600 / yearMust be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year. Remotely pilot vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
HELICOPTER PILOT United States ArmyHELICOPTER PILOTDC$123,870–$161,034 / yearPossess a valid state drivers license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which they live or are principally employed, in accordance with Army and Air Force Vehicle Operations Directives; and, Qualify to operate government motor vehicles and vehicular equipment for "Maintenance Purposes Only" according to Army or Air Force Vehicle Maintenance Operations Directives. Possess a valid state drivers license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which they live or are principally employed, in accordance with Army and Air Force Vehicle Operations Directives; and, Qualify to operate government motor vehicles and vehicular equipment for "Maintenance Purposes Only" according to Army or Air Force Vehicle Maintenance Operations Directives.
Chief UAS Pilot Heven AeroTech IncChief UAS PilotSterling, VA$125,000–$190,000 / yearBecome intimately familiar with all areas of the product portfolio to include Air Vehicles (operations and maintenance), Ground Control Stations and associated software/user interfaces, and all Ground Support Equipment. Role Summary: The Chief Unmanned System Pilot at Heven AeroTech is responsible for developing and managing the drone program across the United States and among the defense, public safety and commercial sectors.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AISenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DCLI-ED1 #LC Full-time regular employee offer package: 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) Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. In this role, you'll develop new autonomy capabilities — including mission behaviors, platform-specific control (including VTOL transitions), multi-agent coordination, contingencies, and executive autonomy — and own major features from software-in-the-loop, to hardware-in-the-loop, to vehicle-in-the-loop, to live flight test.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175) Shield AIManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175)Washington, DCCollaboration 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.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AIStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DCLI-ED1 #LD Full-time regular employee offer package: 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) Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware — for U.S. and international defense customers.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153) Shield AIManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153)Washington, DCCollaboration 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.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5398) Shield AISenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5398)Washington, DCThe 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). #LI-ED1 #LE Full-time regular employee offer package: 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) Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Weapons (R5400) Shield AIStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Weapons (R5400)Washington, DCCollaboration Across Teams & Partners – Serve as a primary technical interface with the Autonomy Capabilities team, Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, and customer/contractor partners; influence interface definitions and coordinate integration across organizations. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., track fusion), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on launched effects platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware—for U.S. and international defense customers.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5423) Shield AISenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Emerging Domains (R5423)Washington, DCThe 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). Develop & Field Autonomy – Develop and integrate autonomy software onto emerging-domain platforms, including platform and autopilot integration, payload and sensor integration, mission behaviors, multi-agent coordination, and validation through software-, hardware-, vehicle-, and live testing.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Weapons (R5398) Shield AISenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration – Weapons (R5398)Washington, DCYou'll solve the organization's most complex integration challenges, influence long-term technical strategy, and partner with engineering leadership, the Autonomy Capabilities and Perception teams, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, and customer stakeholders to deliver autonomy capabilities that perform reliably in operational environments. Collaboration Across Teams & Partners – Build strong technical partnerships across the Autonomy Capabilities team, Perception team, feature crews, autopilot vendors, C2 providers, customer organizations, and engineering leadership; influence architecture and technical direction beyond the portfolio.
EUAS Pilot/Technician Knowledge Management, Inc.EUAS Pilot/TechnicianWashington, DCFull timeJob Requisition: EUAS Pilot/TechnicianLocation: Washington, DC, and MarylandWork Arrangement: Onsite / event-based; approximately 80% travel; potential 24/7 operational coverageSalary Range: Please provide your salary requirementClearance: Top Secret Certificate: FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot CertificatePositions/Start date: Up to 30 positions - start in October 2026Relocation: Must relocate at your own expenseProgram OverviewThe CUSTOMER requires enhanced situational awareness and rapid response capabilities during protection events nationwide. Operate mobile rapid-response UAS platforms equipped with high-resolution EO/IR cameras, thermal imaging, and communications-relay payloads; maintain readiness for immediate launch (within 3 minutes of CUSTOMER request).Provide real-time video, imagery, sensor data, and operational updates to CUSTOMER operations centers and designated stakeholders.
UAS Pilot Silent Falcon UAS TechnologiesUAS PilotMcLean, VirginiaWe leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence and spatial analysis to develop virtual replicas of real-world objects, systems, and processesenabling businesses to simulate, monitor, and analyze their operations with exceptional accuracy and resolution. Silent Falcons mission is to empower industries to optimize performance, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation through highly detailed and dynamic digital replicas of real-world environments.
Senior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AI IncSenior Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DC$163,200–$244,800 / yearIn this role, you'll develop new autonomy capabilities - including mission behaviors, platform-specific control (including VTOL transitions), multi-agent coordination, contingencies, and executive autonomy - and own major features from software-in-the-loop, to hardware-in-the-loop, to vehicle-in-the-loop, to live flight test. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers.
Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208) Shield AI IncStaff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5208)Washington, DC$195,200–$292,800 / yearWe combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers. The team also builds autonomy for X-BAT, a new platform under development by the aircraft team; for X-BAT, the team builds on top of the existing mission autonomy solution from the Strategic Systems (ACP) portfolio and works closely with the aircraft team on the flight-autonomy interface.
Senior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5193) Shield AI IncSenior Staff Software Engineer, Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5193)Washington, DC$233,760–$350,640 / yearYou'll partner closely with the Aircraft team, Autonomy Capabilities, Perception, GCS, Strategic Systems (ACP), engineering leadership, customer/program offices, and operational users to ensure Expeditionary autonomy continues to evolve while remaining reliable in operational environments. We combine capabilities from the Autonomy Capabilities team (motion planning, tactics), the Perception team (e.g., ViDAR, ATR), and the HivemindSDK to develop the autonomy software that runs on these platforms, then integrate, validate, and field it on the real hardware - for U.S. and international defense customers.
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175) Shield AI IncManager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175)Washington, 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.
AIRPLANE PILOT United States Air ForceAIRPLANE PILOTDC$131,841–$171,396 / yearAircrew and management duties include stress (both mental and physical), exposures to extreme hot and cold temperatures, gravity forces three in non-fighters and seven in fighters, and short notification for accomplishment of immediate action items directed by unit supervisors/higher headquarters that must be completed before the duty day ends. 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).