Ground Support Operator, DoorDash Air
Core
Support flight validation of new drone platforms by managing batteries, preparing equipment, and operating ground systems safely in field environments.
Role type
UAS Ground Support Operator
Builds
Flight test readiness and data collection for autonomous aviation platforms
Domain
Robotics and autonomous aviation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Part 107 license, battery management, equipment preparation, on-site logistics, field operations, anomaly reporting, cross-functional collaboration, technical troubleshooting, data collection, safety compliance
Preferred skills
Tech-savviness, critical thinking, adaptability, fast-paced environment experience, analytical thinking, clear communication
Technologies
UAS ground systems, drone platforms
Responsibilities
Manage batteries and prepare equipment for flight tests, operate ground systems in varying weather conditions, collaborate with cross-functional teams to surface observations and flag anomalies, support iterative improvement cycles during testing, document results and provide feedback on operational performance
Seniority
Individual Contributor, hands-on field support