Peter Swift
Birmingham,Staffordshire
Summary
Experienced certified UAS pilot with extensive deployment history utilising the Thales Watchkeeper System across multiple countries such as Estonia, USA and Cyprus (RAF Akrotiri). Proven expertise in aviation regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and mission planning in complex airspace environments such as NATO contested airspace. Successfully led aircraft crews in NATO response operations, enhancing interoperability through strategic training initiatives. Skilled in operating EO/IR and RADAR (SAR and GMTI/MMTI) payloads while maintaining strict adherence to safety and operational policies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Certified UAS Commander
British Army
Salisbury, Wiltshire
04.2016 - Current
Sub-Unit Senior Pilot and Certified Unmanned Aircraft Commander.
Education
GCSEs & A-Levels
St Francis of Assisi CTC
Skills
- UAS operations
- Flight planning and execution
- Safety management and compliance
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Team leadership
- Able to relocate
- Able to hybrid work
- Able to travel overseas
Certification
- Thales Watchkeeper Pilot ES2 & ES2.3
- Certified UAS Pilot
- Certified UAS Commander
- Sub-Unit Senior Pilot
- RSA Ground School
- Certified UAS Ground Crew Operative
- Human Factors Training
- Air Safety Training
Timeline
Senior Certified UAS Commander
British Army
04.2016 - Current
GCSEs & A-Levels
St Francis of Assisi CTC
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