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Drone Test Pilot

Avol
  • US
    Brooklyn, New York, United States
  • US
    Brooklyn, New York, United States
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Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Flight Test Engineer & Certified Drone Pilot to lead and execute flight testing operations for unmanned aerial systems (UAS), with a focus on supporting system validation and certification efforts. The ideal candidate holds a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and has hands-on experience developing and executing flight test plans for UAS platforms. This role is critical in bridging the gap between engineering development, regulatory compliance, and safe operational testing.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan, develop, and execute UAS flight test campaigns in support of system development, verification, and certification.
  • Pilot drones in a variety of test scenarios while maintaining strict compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations.
  • Define test objectives, success criteria, and detailed procedures in coordination with engineering, software, and safety teams.
  • Collect, analyze, and report flight test data to support airworthiness, performance, and reliability assessments.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot flight anomalies and drive design improvements.
  • Maintain flight logs, safety documentation, risk assessments, and pre-/post-flight checklists.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational safety standards for all test operations.
  • Support the development of documentation packages for regulatory submissions and customer demonstrations.
    • Qualifications: Required:
  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (current and in good standing).
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience with UAS flight testing, including test planning, execution, and data analysis.
  • Strong understanding of UAS flight control systems, avionics, and telemetry tools.
  • Experience working with FAA certification processes or similar regulatory frameworks.
  • Proficiency in using tools for data acquisition and post-processing (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Excel).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    • Preferred / Nice to Have: Experience with BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations.
  • Hands-on experience with tailsitter or other VTOL aircraft configurations.
  • Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-254, or MIL-STD flight test documentation practices.
  • Knowledge of mission planning and control tools (e.g., QGroundControl, MAVLink, PX4/ArduPilot).
  • Hands-on experience with flight hardware integration and troubleshooting.
    • What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • Opportunities for career growth in an innovative aerospace environment
  • Access to cutting-edge UAS platforms and test facilities
  • A collaborative and safety-focused work culture
    • Brooklyn, New York, United States

    Compétences linguistiques

    • English
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