UAS Test Pilot

UAS Test Pilot Opportunity

Flock Safety is seeking an experienced and passionate UAS Pilot to join our team dedicated to advancing Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in testing hardware, piloting drones, supporting logistics, and conducting research and development to enhance our DFR capabilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology that saves lives and improves public safety.

This position is an on-site position in our facility in Riverside, CA and will require up to 40% domestic travel. The UAS Test Pilot will be an individual contributor responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our drone systems, and providing critical insights and improvements for our technology.

The UAS Test Pilot will :

• Pilot drones for testing, training, and customer demonstrations while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and company policies during all drone operations. Conduct pre-flight inspections, flight planning, and post-flight analysis.
• Test and evaluate drone hardware and software to ensure reliability and performance. Collaborate with the engineering and product teams to identify areas for improvement and innovation. Document test results and provide detailed feedback to engineering teams.
• Coordinate the shipping, storage, and maintenance of drone hardware and accessories. Manage inventory of drone components and ensure timely procurement of necessary parts.
• Conduct research on emerging drone technologies and industry trends relevant to DFR applications. Develop and implement new methodologies for drone operations and integration into first responder workflows. Participate in field testing and pilot programs to validate new technologies and approaches.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for drone hardware and software issues. Assist in developing technical documentation and training materials for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all drone operations adhere to FAA regulations, company policies, and safety protocols. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes and industry best practices.
• Engage with customers during demonstrations and training sessions, providing expert guidance on the capabilities and applications of our drone technology.
• Travel with members of the sales teams to conduct in-person fly days, fly at special events, and during conferences and meetings.
• Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of our drone systems and operational processes. Provide feedback and suggestions to enhance performance, reliability, and user experience.

The Skillset :

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90 Days at Flock

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired as a UAS Test Pilot Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

The First 60 Days

90 Days & Beyond

Salary & Equity

In this role, you'll receive a starting salary of $70,000-$85,000 as well as stock options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

The Perks

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at recruiting@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job