Drone Operator In Command

Job Title: Drone Operator In Command
Job Location: Seattle, WA
Job Duration: 9 Months Contract
Pay Rate: $25.00/hr to $35.00/hr
Schedule:

In order to meet the Program Goals, schedules may fluctuate frequently.
You may find yourself working 40 hours plus overtime (if applicable) depending on Project specifics. Some weeks you may work 4 day's, 10 hours each day; others could be 5 day's, 8 hours each with start times ranging from as early as 4:00 AM to as late as 11:00 PM.
Project work day's may fall on Monday through Friday or weekends (for travel or specific project deliverables).

Overview:

We operate as an R&D startup, fostering rapid iteration. It is a fast-paced, results-oriented environment where systems are constantly evolving to better serve our customers. Are you comfortable with rapid troubleshooting and view it as a necessary step to develop groundbreaking technology?

Job Responsibilities:

Integral part of the Data Collection Team operating consumer drones.
Take in-house manufactured payloads and simulate data for shipping under various weather conditions or environments.
Schedule may change depending on certain daylight conditions.
Operate in 2-person teams, each performing their own duties: Operator and Safety Officer.
Conduct aircraft worthiness checks, designate operating areas, plan missions, submit LAANC approvals, etc.
Monitor drone and airspace for any unusual drone behavior or potential hazards within the operating area.
Cross-check operations and aircraft worthiness with team members to ensure safe flight operations.
Escalate potential concerns to peers and leads to ensure safe operations.

Job Requirements:

2+ years of commercial drone piloting experience.
14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
Troubleshooting experience with Windows or Mac OS.
Excellent knowledge of safety operations around commercial drone piloting.
Ability and willingness to travel (75% of the day in mobile locations + travel within the U.S. as needed).
Excellent time management and attendance.
Excellent coordination and organizational skills.

Preferred Skills:

Experience in RC FPV racing drones, fixed-wing aircraft, etc.
Manned aviation experience.
Minimum of 200 RPIC Flight Hours Logged.