UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438)
Core
Operate fixed-wing and multirotor unmanned aircraft systems in simulation, ground testing, and live flight environments to support autonomous aircraft testing and demonstrations.
Role type
UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician
Builds
Autonomous aircraft testing, demonstrations, and flight operations
Domain
Defense technology / Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
UAS operation (fixed-wing & multirotor), Ground Control Station (GCS) operation, flight safety & emergency recovery, field troubleshooting & repair, SIL/HIL/VIL test support, regulatory compliance (Ukrainian airspace), equipment transport & logistics
Preferred skills
Autonomous aircraft testing, military/defense/robotics/aerospace background, PX4/ArduPilot familiarity, RF communications & datalinks, mechanical/electrical maintenance, austere environment operations, BVLOS operations
Technologies
PX4, ArduPilot, Ground Control Stations (GCS), telemetry systems, radios, networking equipment
Responsibilities
Operate UAS in test and operational environments, serve as safety pilot and perform manual recovery, support simulation and live flight test activities, configure and maintain aircraft and support equipment, troubleshoot and repair field equipment, create and maintain operational documentation, ensure compliance with local airspace and UAS regulations
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC