UAV Pilot-Technician

Overview

We are looking for an experienced UAV Pilot-Technician (multirotor) to join the flight team responsible for testing our flagship R&D product - a GPS-denied alternative navigation system. The candidate must confidently operate drones, be technically literate, have a deep understanding of UAV core components, and hands-on experience with Ardupilot-based systems.

The role combines hands-on piloting of multirotor UAVs with testing and technical support of all flight-related aspects.

Responsibilities

• Pilot multirotor UAVs & fixed-wings in field-testing scenarios
• Perform pre-flight checks and UAV setup
• Maintain airframes and supporting equipment
• Support flight planning and adherence to safety procedures
• Troubleshoot and repair UAV hardware issues
• Record and report flight data as needed
• Collaborate with engineers during testing and development of new platforms

Requirements

Must-have

• Real flight time on multirotor UAVs
• Solid understanding of how core UAV components work
• Advanced-user level of Ardupilot
• Experience with mission-planning software (Mission Planner)
• Ability to safely operate a drone in field conditions
• Diagnostic and repair skills for UAVs and supporting equipment

Nice to have

• STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) education
• Experience with fixed-wing UAVs
• Combat experience
• English at B1 level or higher

Personal qualities

• Responsibility
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Initiative

We offer

• Competitive salary
• Reservation from mobilization
• On-site work with access to hardware and lab facilities
• Office in Kyiv with shelter access, generator and Starlink
• Impact on improving our country's defense capabilities
• 21 days of vacation + public holidays, sick leaves