POSITION DESCRIPTION – Mission Crew Commander
Job Title: Mission Crew Commander
Reports to: Program Manager
Classification: Exempt
Time Commitment: Rotational
Location: Bogota, SOUTHCOM
Position Summary
The Mission Crew Commander (MCC) serves as the operational leader for Falcon-I
mission activities, responsible for directing airborne collection operations and
coordinating mission execution among pilots, sensor operators, analysts, and
ground support personnel. The MCC ensures mission objectives are achieved
safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational procedures while
maintaining the highest standards of flight safety, data quality, and crew
performance.
Essential Functions
Mission Leadership
* Direct and oversee all phases of assigned Falcon-I missions.
* Serve as the primary mission authority during flight operations.
* Coordinate activities between flight crew, sensor operators, and mission
support personnel.
* Conduct mission briefings, debriefings, and operational reviews.
* Monitor mission progress and adjust collection plans as required to meet
objectives.
Operational Management
* Develop and review mission plans, flight routes, and collection requirements.
* Ensure mission execution complies with FAA regulations, company policies, and
customer requirements.
* Evaluate weather, airspace restrictions, and operational risks prior to
launch.
* Maintain situational awareness of aircraft status, sensor performance, and
mission timelines.
Sensor and Collection Oversight
* Supervise operation of LiDAR, EO/IR, imaging, and geospatial collection
systems.
* Verify collection parameters and data quality throughout mission execution.
* Direct sensor tasking to maximize coverage and mission effectiveness.
* Coordinate with processing and analysis teams to ensure collection
requirements are met.
Safety and Risk Management
* Promote and enforce a strong safety culture.
* Identify operational hazards and implement risk mitigation measures.
* Ensur
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