UAV testing Pilot

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About Us

Strategic Electronics Division Pvt.Ltd is a Bangalore based innovative research company , with offices across India. We specialize in providing services and products related to security research, with a particular focus on Cryptographic and Electromagnetic Side Channel (TEMPEST) security.

Role Overview

UAV Pilot

This is a field and lab-based technical role requiring hands-on experience with UAV flight operations, mission planning, troubleshooting, and familiarity with UAV ground control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-flight checks, mission planning, and flight operations for UAVs (fixed-wing and VTOL).
• Operate UAVs during test flights, demonstrations, and field evaluations.
• Coordinate with design and avionics teams to validate flight performance and system reliability.
• Maintain flight logs, safety checklists, and mission documentation.
• Perform basic maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of UAV systems.
• Ensure compliance with DGCA and internal operational safety guidelines.
• Support integration and testing of new payloads or systems on UAV platforms.
  

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Masters degree in a relevant discipline .
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in UAV flight operations or testing.
• Proven experience operating fixed-wing or VTOL UAVs (manual and autonomous).
• Familiarity with ground control software (e.g., Mission Planner, QGroundControl).
• Strong understanding of UAV systems propulsion, communication, and flight control.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and travel for flight testing.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of UAV assembly, calibration, and maintenance.
• Experience with autopilot systems (PX4, ArduPilot, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safety, precision, and operational discipline.