Drone Operator/Support Engineer

Drone Operator

6-11 month contract

Onsite in Seattle, WA 98121

Overview:

This position is in search for a skilled Drone Operator with extensive experience operating drones via a Remote Control. The qualified candidate will act as an operations specialist assisting in the development and test of cutting-edge safety related technologies.

The role includes mission planning and lightweight maintenance duties. The candidate should demonstrate attention to detail, a safety-oriented attitude, flexibility, and enthusiasm for cutting-edge technology. This individual will also conduct limited operation readiness activities and logistics planning as needed.

In this role, you will join a Research and Development team working on inventing and developing new transformative experiences. We offer competitive salary compensation and a comprehensive medical health package.

Requirements:

• 14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
• 2+ years of Remote Control pilot experience with excellent coordination and execution
• Employees must, with or without reasonable accommodation, be able to lift up to 50 pounds on some occasions, stand/walk for up to 8-10 hours (with breaks), and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
• Experience leading small teams
• Willingness to travel up to 75% of the year
• Valid Driver's License and able to satisfy Company driver eligibility criteria.
• Ideal candidates will have a great amount of experience in Manual Flight-Flight modes that don't have GPS assistance
• Must be able to pass successful simulator assessment as phase 2 of hiring process

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with commercial UAS industry
• Aviation safety experience as a Safety Officer or similar
• Current US fixed-wing or rotorcraft pilot's certificate.
• Excellent business communications and reporting skills
• Not preferred - agricultural/photography background if only flown with GPS assistance.