UAV Pilot

Description:Conduct test flights for all types of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), ensuring airworthiness, functionality, and performance across all operational modes, including manual, semi-autonomous, and fully autonomous flight profiles.Responsibilities:Execute pre-planned test flight missions for various UAV platforms—including light-lift, medium-lift, and heavy-lift fixed-wing, multi-rotor, and VTOL aircraft—in both indoor and outdoor controlled environments, covering manual, GPS-assisted, and fully autonomous flight modes.Conduct runway take-offs and landings of fixed-wing UAVs manually using RC, ranging from several kilograms to hundreds of kilograms in weight, utilizing both electric and gasoline propulsion systems.Perform comprehensive pre-flight inspections (PFIs), risk assessments, battery management, and post-flight data offloading and debriefing to ensure flight readiness and data integrity.Monitor telemetry and flight data in real-time. Document detailed flight logs, incident reports, and performance metrics, communicating findings effectively to the engineering and design teams for iterative improvements.Provide front-line technical support during flights, assisting engineering staff in diagnosing in-field issues and performing minor field repairs and software/firmware updates as required.Assist in the development, refinement, and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety checklists for flight test operations.Potentially assist in training other personnel on best practices, flight operations, and safety protocols for new or specialized UAV systems.Qualifications:Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in engineering / relevant field.Experience with Ground Control Station (GCS) software beyond basic operation (e.g., Mission Planner, QGround Control, custom GCS software).Familiarity with flight controllers (Pixhawk, ArduPilot, etc.).Experience with calibration/testing of the different sensors mounted on board autopilot/UAV.Familiarity with the electrical integration and wiring of the UAVs.Understanding of different electrical wiring, connectors, PDBs, avionics and sensors used onboard on the UAVs.Basic soldering and electrical troubleshooting skills.

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