Drone Pilot / UAV Flight Ops
About the Role
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As a Flight Operations Specialist<\/b><\/span>, you\u2019ll be on the front\-lines of all field operations. From assisting in flight tests and demos to ensuring smooth integration of systems in the field, you\u2019ll play a hands\-on role in proving our UAVs in real\-world conditions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on the field, and is excited about growing into operations leadership over time.
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Key Responsibilities<\/b>
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- Pilot<\/b><\/span>: Assist in the setup, execution, and monitoring of internal flight tests, trials, and field demos.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- User Demos<\/b><\/span>: Support the Operations Manager in planning and conducting demonstrations, tailoring execution to specific client needs.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- System Integration<\/b><\/span>: Work hands\-on with UAV subsystems\u2014assembly, wiring, troubleshooting, and tuning\u2014for mission readiness.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Testing & Feedback<\/b><\/span>: Collect and document flight test data, support root\-cause analysis, and channel insights to engineering teams.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Operational Documentation<\/b><\/span>: Help create and refine SOPs, manuals, and maintenance checklists.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Tracking & Reporting<\/b><\/span>: Maintain detailed records of operations, flight logs, and system performance.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Cross\-Team Collaboration<\/b><\/span>: Work closely with avionics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.<\/span>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/span>Requirements<\/h3>
Qualifications<\/b>
<\/div>- Passion for UAVs and willingness to get hands\-on with hardware and flight operations.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- 1\u20133 years of hands\-on experience in UAV/drone operations as a pilot.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- DGCA Pilot License<\/b> is a strong plus.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Comfortable with UAV assembly, soldering, wiring, and field troubleshooting.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Familiarity with UAV ground control software (Mission Planner, QGroundControl) and flight stacks (ArduPilot, PX4) is a plus.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Strong documentation and organizational skills.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul>- Ability to adapt quickly in the field, solve problems under pressure, and work in a team\-first environment.<\/span><\/span>
<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/span>Benefits<\/h3>
What We Offer<\/b>
<\/p>Hands\-on flying and integration<\/b><\/span> of cutting\-edge UAV platforms.
<\/p><\/li>Direct impact<\/b><\/span>: real missions and user demos.
<\/p><\/li>Learning & growth<\/b><\/span> under experienced mentors with a clear path to operations leadership roles.
<\/p><\/li>Collaborative startup culture<\/b><\/span> with ownership and autonomy from day one.
<\/p><\/li>Competitive salary<\/b><\/span> in a fast\-growing defense\-tech startup.
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- Ability to adapt quickly in the field, solve problems under pressure, and work in a team\-first environment.<\/span><\/span>
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.<\/span><\/span>
- Familiarity with UAV ground control software (Mission Planner, QGroundControl) and flight stacks (ArduPilot, PX4) is a plus.<\/span><\/span>
- Comfortable with UAV assembly, soldering, wiring, and field troubleshooting.<\/span><\/span>
- DGCA Pilot License<\/b> is a strong plus.<\/span><\/span>
- 1\u20133 years of hands\-on experience in UAV/drone operations as a pilot.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
- Passion for UAVs and willingness to get hands\-on with hardware and flight operations.<\/span><\/span>
- Cross\-Team Collaboration<\/b><\/span>: Work closely with avionics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.<\/span>
- Tracking & Reporting<\/b><\/span>: Maintain detailed records of operations, flight logs, and system performance.<\/span>
- Operational Documentation<\/b><\/span>: Help create and refine SOPs, manuals, and maintenance checklists.<\/span>
- Testing & Feedback<\/b><\/span>: Collect and document flight test data, support root\-cause analysis, and channel insights to engineering teams.<\/span>
- System Integration<\/b><\/span>: Work hands\-on with UAV subsystems\u2014assembly, wiring, troubleshooting, and tuning\u2014for mission readiness.<\/span>
- User Demos<\/b><\/span>: Support the Operations Manager in planning and conducting demonstrations, tailoring execution to specific client needs.<\/span>