R&D Drone Pilot

As an R&D Drone Pilot at Airbound, you will be tasked with conducting day-to-day R&D test cases, flight demos, mock deliveries, reliability tests, and flight hour accumulations. Your primary responsibility will involve performing tests on new technology and exploring various configurations of drones. Your key responsibilities will include conducting flight tests and test cases, planning and executing missions, researching, implementing, and testing new drone technologies, as well as collecting and maintaining data from drone flights. You will be expected to write and maintain reports on conducted flight tests, perform preflight, in-flight, and post-flight checks, update relevant trackers, and ensure the safe operation of drones. Additionally, staying up-to-date on the latest drone technology trends and collaborating with cross-functional teams will be essential aspects of your role. To qualify for this position, you should hold a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and have 1-2 years of experience flying quadcopters, fixed wings, or hybrid VTOLs. Possessing a DGCA-approved remote pilot license is mandatory, along with a strong understanding of drone technology, including Ardupilot, Px4, and prior experience and exposure to UAV architecture. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, as well as a passion for drones and a strong desire to learn and grow in the field of drone technology are also required attributes for this role.,