Senior Operations Specialist
Core
Drive the full operations infrastructure and execution of flight test campaigns for ICEYE's stratospheric electric aircraft (HAPS), interfacing with aviation authorities and translating test results into development insights.
Role type
Senior Operations Specialist (UAS/HAPS flight testing)
Builds
Flight test campaigns, operations infrastructure (hardware/software/procedures), and actionable insights for aircraft development.
Domain
Aerospace / Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) / Earth Observation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
UAS testing and operation, aircraft prototyping & manufacturing, SORA-based safety analysis, programming (C/C++/Python), driving large vehicles/convoys
Preferred skills
Electronics/avionics engineering, meteorology sciences, Autopilot/GPS stack calibration, ground software (QGroundControl), lightweight composite airframes, EASA remote pilot license
Technologies
C, C++, Python, QGroundControl, SORA framework
Responsibilities
Develop and assist ICEYE flight Operations, Plan & coordinate flight testing campaigns, Develop SORA-based and MET-based site/operational flight feasibility assessments tools, Interface with authorities/external entities for coordination & flight clearance, Operate unmanned aircraft (from GCS), Assess and report flight testing results, Assist in aircraft and operations related documentation development
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC