Flight Operations Drone Pilot

The Flight Operations Drone Pilot is responsible for the safe operation, mission execution, and flight testing of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in support of customer, engineering, training, and operational requirements.

This position conducts flight operations, supports system evaluations, assists with mission planning, and ensures compliance with company procedures and applicable aviation regulations.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-flight, flight, and post-flight operations for unmanned aircraft systems

Execute mission profiles, flight test events, demonstrations, and training operations

Develop and review flight plans, risk assessments, and mission documentation

Monitor aircraft performance and respond to abnormal operating conditions during flight operations

Coordinate with engineering, program management, and customer personnel during flight activities

Collect, document, and report flight data, observations, and mission results

Perform pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness and mission readiness

Support customer training, operational demonstrations, and fielding activities

Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company flight procedures, and safety requirements

Assist in troubleshooting operational issues and provide feedback to engineering teams for system improvements

Travel as required to support testing, training, demonstrations, and customer operations

Requirements

Experience operating small unmanned aircraft systems in training, testing, or operational environments

Knowledge of UAS flight operations, mission planning, and airspace considerations.

Ability to work independently in dynamic field environments

Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills

Ability to travel and support field operations

Preferred Qualifications

Military aviation or UAS operational experience

Experience conducting developmental testing, operational testing, or customer demonstrations

Familiarity with ISR, tactical UAS, or counter-UAS operations

Experience operating Group 1–3 unmanned aircraft systems

Active or previously held security clearance

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