Drone Pilot / UAV Flight Ops

About the Role As a Flight Operations Specialist, you’ll be on the front-lines of all field operations. From assisting in flight tests and demos to ensuring smooth integration of systems in the field, you’ll play a hands-on role in proving our UAVs in real-world conditions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on the field, and is excited about growing into operations leadership over time.

Key

Responsibilities Pilot: Assist in the setup, execution, and monitoring of internal flight tests, trials, and field demos. User Demos: Support the Operations Manager in planning and conducting demonstrations, tailoring execution to specific client needs. System Integration: Work hands-on with UAV subsystems-assembly, wiring, troubleshooting, and tuning-for mission readiness. Testing & Feedback: Collect and document flight test data, support root-cause analysis, and channel insights to engineering teams. Operational Documentation: Help create and refine SOPs, manuals, and maintenance checklists. Tracking & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of operations, flight logs, and system performance. Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with avionics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.

Requirements

Qualifications Passion for UAVs and willingness to get hands-on with hardware and flight operations. 1-3 years of hands-on experience in UAV/drone operations as a pilot. DGCA Pilot License is a strong plus. Comfortable with UAV assembly, soldering, wiring, and field troubleshooting. Familiarity with UAV ground control software (Mission Planner, QGroundControl) and flight stacks (ArduPilot, PX4) is a plus. Strong documentation and organizational skills. Ability to adapt quickly in the field, solve problems under pressure, and work in a team-first environment.

Benefits

What

We Offer Hands-on flying and integration of cutting-edge UAV platforms. Direct impact: real missions and user demos. Learning & growth under experienced mentors with a clear path to operations leadership roles. Collaborative startup culture with ownership and autonomy from day one. Competitive salary in a fast-growing defense-tech startup.