MQ-9 Test and Evaluation Sensor Operator

Who We Are:

• CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

• CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

• CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance

• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe

• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions

• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

• Provide flight test expertise to include briefing, conducting simulator/training device/live flight events, debriefing, and conducting a critique of the flight test event to include completing documentation of performance, as Sensor Operator.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents.

• Will be required to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints.

• Must be able to generate effective oral and written presentations and proposals on complex subjects.

• Must be able to calculate figures and amounts, prices, commissions, and percentages, and to draw and interpret graphs.

• Must occasionally perform ancillary job and contract related tasks to support instructional program, i.e. scheduling, standardization or flight safety tasks.

• Perform occasional travel in support of the project. (<5%)

• Must be able to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Previous experience as an MQ-9 Sensor Operator (Air Force Specialty Code "K" prefix) or with equal documentation supporting instructor Sensor Operator experience in a non-Air Force MQ-9 test program.

• 1,000 hours total flying time (not including student time) of which 100 hours are in the Primary Aircraft of Instruction (PAI) (not including "other" time); 500 hours total flying time (not including Student pilot time) of which 200 hours are in the PAI (not including "other" time).

• Rated military Sensor Operator (Form 8).

• MQ-1 or MQ-9 pilot time counts toward fulfilling the 1,000/500 flying hour requirements.

• Must meet specific educational and experience levels, including flight hours, instructor credentials and aircraft time as specified in the contract upon which employed.

• Qualified in an MDS within the previous 3 years

• Previous formal program developmental test experience is required.

• Meet job description requirements defined in SCA Directory of Occupations for "Flight Simulator/Instructor (Pilot) although may fill other than a pilot aircrew position.

• Must understand security and safety guidelines applicable to the contract.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required. Must be able to read, write and speak English as specified in the contract upon which employed.

• Must meet FAA license and/or medical certificate requirements if specified in the contract.

• Pass and maintain an annual FAA Class II physical IAW AFI 10-220

• All Sensor Operator candidates shall meet AFI 11-2 MQ-9, Volume 1, Chapter 2 Sensor Operator Qualifications prior to certification as an MQ-9 SO

• Maintain flexible work schedule.

Preferred Skills

• Detail oriented.

• An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and perspectives from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable.

• MQ-9 SO instructor experience is highly desired

• The ability to work as a team to accomplish objectives

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• Duties performed in an office environment and government facility.

• Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required.

• The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Routinely perform repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, or fingers

• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information

• Routinely remaining in stationary positions

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.

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