UAV Procedural piloting from an R&D and testing standpoint.
Responsible for creation and/or maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures for the flight-testing program.
Programming and setup of UAVs on the firmware level.
Plan and discuss the list of tests to be performed before flights. Test components on sub system level before the actual flight test.
Create and maintain performance logs, flight logs and pre-flight / post-flight checklists.
Conduct pre- and post-flight analysis and provide recommendations to design and manufacturing teams, be able to articulate the flight test inputs into technical data/pointers for the R&D team.
Diagnostics and troubleshooting of UAVs whenever required.
Must be able to gauge/calculate the risks involved in testing and evaluate testing procedures accordingly.
Requirements
B.E / B. Tech in aerospace/ mechanical/EC or other degrees with demonstratedUAV/aeromodelling and flying experience.
At least 3 years of experience in aeromodelling and R/C flying with over 1000 hours on thesticks.
At least 1 year of experience in UAV flying with over 300 hrs on the sticks.
Experience in setting up UAVs - Fixed wings as well as VTOLs.
Well versed with autopilot systems like Ardupilot, PX4 and GCS systems like Mission Planner and QGroundControl .
Hands-on proficiency in operating principles of motors, controllers, autopilot and standard onboard sensors of an aerial vehicle.
Ability to work with a flexible schedule. Must be able to work outside the job location.
Must possess excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Benefits
Intellectual fulfilment and rapid personal/professional development
Fast-paced, innovative team and work environment
Early-stage company benefits such as ESOPs
Flexible work hours, professional autonomy and team-oriented work culture with a flat hierarchy and strong meritocracy.