Position: UAS Flight Test Operator

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Type: Full-time, In-person

Contact: shahin@getvermeer.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vermeerapp/

Company: https://www.getvermeer.com/

Compensation: $120-140k total compensation

Job description

Vermeer is looking for a UAS Flight Test Operator to join our team. In this role, you will be an essential part of the validation process for our next gen of GPS-denied navigation. Your responsibilities will include flying, maintaining, developing, and testing alternative navigation products on multiple UAS platforms.

Drone operations will include Group 1 and 2 fixed-wing, VTOL, and multirotor UAS platforms. Collaboration with our engineering team will be crucial as you plan, execute, and report on test activities. Success in this role hinges on your ability to adapt to new requirements and manage flight operations across multiple projects.

While a BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace, Aviation, or a related field is preferred, we will consider equivalent professional experience. Please note that non-technical or hobbyist experience limited to DJI or equivalent Group 1 UAS is not sufficient for this role. The ability to interpret technical documentation and integrate payloads onto aircraft is essential, as is hands-on experience with small power tools, lab test equipment, soldering, and custom wiring harnesses. Familiarity with basic electronics and troubleshooting (multimeter, oscilloscope etc) is a huge plus. Familiarity with Linux, Windows, and Android-based operating systems will be advantageous.

This is a full-time, in-person position out of our Brooklyn, NY office. A relocation stipend will be offered.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship

• FAA Part 107 Certification

• Significant experience operating Group 1-2 multirotor UAS (3+ yrs)

• Significant experience working with ground control software including Q Ground Control and Mission Planner (3+ yrs)

• Significant experience with PX4 / Ardupilot autopilot systems and MAVLINK (3+ yrs)

• Working experience flying Group 2 or larger fixed-wing and VTOL UAS. Candidates without VTOL experience will be considered given they have the background & experience to be up-trained quickly.

• Basic understanding of drone electrical, mechanical, and software systems.

• Technology background with troubleshooting skills and analytical research capabilities.

• Ability to research and interpret technical documentation.

• Must possess a driver's license and be willing to operate a motor vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military training as an Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) or Pilot in Command (PIC).

• Experience building custom drones or integrating drone components including custom payloads, cameras, sensing systems, hardware, electronics, wiring, GPS systems, autopilots, firmware, and software.

• Background in software or computer science.

• Proficiency in operating Linux, Ubuntu, Windows, and/or terminal commands.

• Ability to make independent decisions, troubleshoot, and repair electrical faults.