Flight Test Operator
Core
Operate and maintain autonomous fixed-wing aircraft for flight testing and system checkouts of Precision Engagement Systems.
Role type
Flight Test Operator (Pilot)
Builds
Autonomous aircraft systems and defense products
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Autonomous Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Fixed-wing commercial/defense pilot license (RC, RPIC, or PIC), FAA Part 107 & Part 61 knowledge, flight controller/autopilot logic familiarity, National Airspace regulations expertise, small UAS maintenance, autonomous environment task ownership
Preferred skills
LiPO/LiON battery handling, developmental/operational test experience, aerospace/electrical/software/mechanical engineering degree
Technologies
Flight controllers, autopilot systems, small UAS platforms
Responsibilities
Fly and provide feedback on Precision Engagement Systems, build/program/maintain autonomous aircraft, support test engineers with flight execution and material prep, assist with product installations and site maintenance, travel between test sites
Seniority
Individual Contributor