What we offer
- Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
- Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
- Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
- Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
- Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture
Your mission
- Conduct manual UAV test flights in real-world and controlled environments to validate performance, reliability, and safety
- Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) during test missions, ensuring safe and compliant flight operations
- Monitor and interpret telemetry, sensor data, and flight parameters in real time to support engineering and testing teams
- Perform comprehensive pre-flight inspections, system checks, and diagnostics to ensure airworthiness prior to takeoff
- Execute and adhere to safety protocols, emergency procedures, and contingency plans during all flight operations
- Support post-flight data collection, logging, and debriefs, providing actionable feedback to improve UAV systems
- Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, airspace constraints, and operational limitations throughout test activities
- Collaborate closely with engineers to validate new features, flight modes, and software updates
Your profile
- Valid UAV pilot license (FAA Part 107, EASA drone license, or equivalent) — required
- Proven, hands-on experience flying UAVs in real operational environments
- Strong manual piloting skills and demonstrated flight hours on multirotor and/or fixed-wing drones
- Solid understanding of UAV flight dynamics, safety procedures, and operational risk management
- Ability to operate drones safely in complex or non-standard scenarios
- Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
- Formal degree not required; practical flight experience is the priority
Nice to have
- Experience with flight testing, experimental platforms, or prototype UAVs
- Hands-on experience with ground control and mission planning software (QGroundControl, PX4 / ArduPilot Mission Planner...)
- Background in aerospace, robotics, avionics, or embedded systems
- Experience operating UAVs in BVLOS, industrial inspection, or R&D environments
- Familiarity with autonomous flight modes, failsafe behaviors, and system redundancy concepts
What else
- Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving mindset
- Creative thinker with a structured and systematic approach
- Humble and collaborative — prioritizes collective success over individual recognition
- High ethical standards and disciplined work ethic
- Extra-curricular leadership or achievements are a bonus
- Fluent in English
- Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is required
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain security clearance
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