UAV Flight Operator

About Redwing

Redwing Labs designs, manufactures, and operates drone logistics systems that transform access to essential healthcare. We work with central and state governments, development partners, and donors to enable safe, efficient, and scalable medical deliveries to underserved regions using autonomous aerial logistics.

With successful drone networks already operating across India, Redwing is now launching a transformative drone-powered healthcare program in Andhra Pradesh. This is your chance to be part of a pioneering initiative in drone-enabled public health logistics.

Role Summary

We are hiring Flight Operators to execute autonomous drone deliveries as part of Redwing’s medical drone logistics program in Andhra Pradesh.

As a Flight Operator, you will be responsible for daily BVLOS flights, ensuring safe and timely drone operations from hub to healthcare nodes. This role is operationally intensive and requires both technical skills and strong on-ground discipline.

You will be part of a fast-moving team under the supervision of the Flight Operations Lead and will work closely with local health staff and Redwing’s central teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Flight Execution

• Conduct daily drone flights as per schedule from hub and designated nodes
• Follow SOPs for pre-flight checks, flight planning, GCS operations, and emergency protocols
• Ensure incident-free flying, with full adherence to safety and regulatory norms
• Monitor real-time telemetry and flag anomalies during missions

2. Technical Readiness & Drone Handling

• Perform pre-flight technical inspections and system checks on UAVs, batteries, and GCS
• Carry out basic troubleshooting of flight systems and ground hardware
• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of all equipment, payload compartments, and storage systems
• Follow charging cycles and battery safety protocols strictly

3. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain flight logs, safety checklists, incident reports, and cargo documentation
• Submit accurate reports to Flight Operations Lead daily
• Ensure all operations are in line with DGCA BVLOS regulations and Redwing's internal standards

4. Coordination & Team Collaboration

• Coordinate with the Flight Operations Lead for daily tasking, route planning, and risk assessments
• Communicate with healthcare facility staff during handover and reception of medical supplies
• Support medical team in understanding basic operational workflows

5. Emergency Handling

• Be ready to handle mid-mission errors, emergency landings, and technical hitches as per SOP
• Assist in critical medical missions requiring immediate dispatch
• Act as a key player in field-level emergency preparedness and response

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Diploma/ITI/Graduation in technical disciplines (Electronics, Mechatronics, Aviation, Engineering preferred)
• DGCA Certification: Must hold a valid DGCA small-category RPAS license from an authorized RPTO
• Experience: 1-3 years in drone operations or equivalent hands-on UAV experience

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with Pixhawk-based systems and basic understanding of hybrid VTOL drones
• Operational knowledge of ground control software (Mission Planner/QGroundControl)
• Ability to conduct basic drone maintenance and battery safety checks
• Language: Proficiency in Hindi and Telugu, basic English reading/writing is a plus

Other Requirements:

• Comfort working in remote and rural areas
• Willingness to travel extensively within the district
• Strong personal discipline, attention to detail, and commitment to safety

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for aviation, drones, and emerging technology
• Interest in supporting healthcare delivery through logistics innovation
• Eagerness to learn and grow into senior roles through performance and discipline
• Strong teamwork, communication, and situational awareness

Why This Role Matters

As a Flight Operator, you are on the frontlines of revolutionizing healthcare logistics in India. You’ll directly contribute to saving lives by ensuring critical medical supplies reach remote communities on time. This is a high impact, high accountability role where safety, precision, and purpose converge.