Uas Flight Test Lead

Doordashusa

Bay Point, CA, United States
Base: $85,400—$125,500 usd; bonus/equity: not spec...
On-site
Flight test execution
Operational readiness
Lead flight test operators
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape flight test operations and drone delivery by owning day-to-day flight test execution and operational readiness across test sites

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to shape flight test operations and drone delivery by owning day-to-day flight test execution and operational readiness across test sites.
  • You will lead a high-performing flight test operations team and set the standard for safety, execution quality, and testing.
  • You will collaborate closely with engineers to validate autonomous systems in the field and solve complex operational and technical problems in real time.

Matching Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape flight test operations and drone delivery by owning day-to-day flight test execution and operational readiness across test sites.

Salary

Base: $85,400—$125,500 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with match, paid parental leave, wellness benefits, PTO, sick leave, medical, dental, and vision benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Flight test execution
  • Operational readiness
  • Lead flight test operators
  • Structured execution plans
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Airspace compliance
  • Internal safety compliance
  • Autonomous systems validation

Nice-to-have

  • Continuous improvement
  • Scalable operational workflows
  • Training standards
  • Documentation
  • Cross-site coordination
  • High standards for safety

Key Requirements

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • Hands-on drone flight experience
  • Experience with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, or Herelink systems
  • Experience leading teams in field-based or safety-critical environments

Work Rights

Not specified

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