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eVTOL aircraft · electric aviation

Flight Test Operator I

San Francisco Bay Area · Onsite$80k–$90k/yrPosted 2 months ago
HardwareUnspecifiedFull Time Exempt
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Execute test plans with unmanned aircraft to test and optimize BlackFly’s operational system and validate new hardware and software changes

Assemble, preflight, and maintain aircraft and ground equipment at flight testing sites

Become immersed in the design, operation, and maintenance of our aircraft

Develop hands-on experience with aircraft subsystems

Strategize with the team to coordinate logistics and validate aircraft

Maintain aircraft airframe, electronics and other components for operational

Troubleshoot and perform repairs and upgrades

Cooperate with the team as pilot-in-command (PIC) for Part 107 operations

Suggest and/or implement design and process improvements

Compile and document findings, results of tests, quality or safety concerns

Conduct UAV flight testing with Flight Testing Team at test sites (you may do up to 25% travel, surveying sites or training

A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

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