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Flight Test & Integration Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)💼 Full-time💰 $41,000–$41,000🗓 2026-08-26 → 2026-09-26

Core

Plan, execute, and troubleshoot autonomous UAS missions (VLOS/BVLOS) while integrating hardware/software systems for defense applications.

Role type

Flight Test & Integration Specialist (UAS)

Builds

Autonomous drone systems and mission autonomy capabilities for military use

Domain

Defense / Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Manual UAS/RC flight operations (fixed-wing, rotorcraft, VTOL), FAA Part 107 compliance, Pixhawk/Cube Orange flight controller expertise, Linux command line, networking (IP/routing), UAS system integration, field troubleshooting

Preferred skills

BVLOS operations, rapid prototyping (3D printing/composites), advanced UAS payloads (LiDAR/EO/IR), FAA Part 61 license

Technologies

Pixhawk, Cube Orange, Mission Planner, QGroundControl, Linux

Responsibilities

Execute UAS missions in diverse environments, perform pre/in/post-flight inspections, integrate sensors and flight controllers, troubleshoot systems in real-time, maintain flight logs and safety documentation

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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