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sUAS Pilot

Performance Drone Works, LLC
Huntsville, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

Company Overview

Performance Drone Works (PDW) is a world leader in autonomous small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS). The PDW team is comprised of drone industry experts, veteran warfighters, and high-performing business professionals. We have a culture of radical transparency, accountability at all levels, and customer-centric design.

 

Role

PDW is seeking an experienced sUAS Operator who can perform critical flight operations. The successful candidate will support engineering and production flight objectives. The successful candidate will have a strong technical background and proven track record in sUAS flight operations.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Performs flight operations directly supporting functional engineering, production, and customer integration initiatives
  • Performs ground and flight test objectives in accordance with test plans
  • Provides critical analysis of system features and functions through various stages of testing
  • Articulates system anomalies to appropriate function engineering Teams
  • Assists with fleet management of PDW test assets ensuring system readiness, aircraft status, and proper maintenance documentation
  • Assists with configuration management duties of PDW test fleet
  • Coordinates assets in support of PDW global objectives

 

Requirements

  • 3 years of experience in operating and maintaining sUAS systems
  • Experience with loading systems and third-party software and performing data logger analysis
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation including, in-depth test plans and assembly instructions
  • Fleet aircraft management experience
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills are required
  • Ability to creatively solve problems is essential.
  • Experience working on research and development projects
  • FAA Part 107 certified pilot

 

Educational Qualifications:

Associates in Engineering or equivalent work experience in a related field

 

ITAR Requirement

In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

 

Compensation and Benefits

PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
  • Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
  • A relaxed work environment that encourages individuality and innovation.
  • Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.

 

Commitment to Inclusivity

PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

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