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In the sea, land, air and space, Northrop Grumman is a recognized leader in autonomous systems. The depth and breadth of our platforms and technologies portfolio provide customers with a wide range of capabilities. Autonomous systems operate in areas where manned vehicles cannot, allow for prolonged missions, and help reduce risk to both national security and human lives. The High Altitude Long Endurance vehicle is a tried and true combat tested vehicle.
As part of the Autonomous Vehicles team, The UAV Pilot will play a critical role in the planning, execution, test and evaluation of unmanned aircraft and onboard systems during developmental test and operational flights.
Typical duties include:
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In the sea, land, air and space, Northrop Grumman is a recognized leader in autonomous systems. The depth and breadth of our platforms and technologies portfolio provide customers with a wide range of capabilities. Autonomous systems operate in areas where manned vehicles cannot, allow for prolonged missions, and help reduce risk to both national security and human lives. The High Altitude Long Endurance vehicle is a tried and true combat tested vehicle.
As part of the Autonomous Vehicles team, The UAV Pilot will play a critical role in the planning, execution, test and evaluation of unmanned aircraft and onboard systems during developmental test and operational flights.
Typical duties include:
- Remotely pilots vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
- Defines, plans, organizes and executes complex flight programs and flight test events.
- Conducts briefings and debriefings, and coordinates with maintenance personnel to analyze and correct vehicle discrepancies.
- May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials or other personnel to exhibit vehicle performance, flying qualities and system capabilities.
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