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starsCaptain UAV
UAV Pilot
  • room Location: Bozeman, Montana, United States
  • group Position: Captain
  • play_for_work Job Type: Charter
Primary Aircraft
  • airplanemode_active UAV (Total Time:80, )
Flight Time Requirements Snapshot
  • access_time Total Flight Time: N/A
  • person Pilot In Command: N/A
  • toll Turbine PIC: N/A
  • airplanemode_activeMulti Engine: N/A
  • queue_music Actual Instrument: N/A
Job Description

Responsibilities:
Assemble, configure, and calibrate UAV systems (both fixed-wing and multirotor)
Design and document test plans and flight scenarios based on mission or system requirements
Conduct ground and flight tests to validate system performance and reliability
Tune and configure flight controllers (Betaflight, ArduPilot, iNav) for various UAV platforms
Identify, test, and integrate electronic components such as flight controllers, ESCs, cameras, antennas, and telemetry modules
Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electronic, or software issues in the field
Analyze flight logs using ground control software and onboard logging systems to identify performance issues or anomalies
Evaluate test outcomes, detect potential shortcomings, and propose improvements to enhance system functionality and reliability
Maintain UAV readiness in field environments, including pre-flight inspections and quick repairs
Support iterative improvements to field repair procedures, configuration protocols, and operational checklists
Understand basic principles of radio communication, including signal propagation, interference, and antenna setup
Read and follow technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and integration guides
Communicate effectively with engineers, software developers, and technical teams in Europe to ensure configuration consistency and technical alignment
Organize tasks and workflows independently in dynamic testing and deployment environments ... Continue Reading

Minimum Requirements

Skills and Experience:
Education & Experience
Understanding of circuitry, connectors, and soldering work
Technical education in aviation, radio electronics, robotics, or related fields
Experience in drone racing or FPV competitions
Flight & Simulation
Minimum of 80 hours on drone flight simulators
Minimum 140 hours flight hours on multirotor
Proven ability to operate at least one UAV type (fixed-wing or quadcopter) confidently
Preferred: ability to operate both fixed-wing and multirotor UAVs in real conditions
Configuration & Software
Full setup experience of a drone system (from hardware build to flight readiness)
Configuration experience with at least one major UAV software platform: Betaflight, ArduPilot, or iNav
Understanding of flight tuning parameters and their effect on behavior ... Continue Reading

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