UAV Pilot (Ukraine)

We are looking for a UAV Pilot to join our flight operations team on either a full-time or project-based basis. In this role, you will be responsible for operating unmanned aerial vehicles during test flights, demonstrations, and field missions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational excellence. You will prepare UAV platforms for flight, execute missions according to established procedures, and support successful flight operations in a variety of environments.

Responsibilities

• Pilot multirotor and fixed-wing UAVs during test flights, demonstrations, and operational missions.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections of UAV platforms and supporting equipment.
• Perform routine flight readiness checks, including batteries, propulsion systems, RC links, telemetry, and payloads.
• Execute flight plans while ensuring safe and efficient flight operations.
• Monitor aircraft performance throughout each mission and respond appropriately to changing conditions.
• Record flight logs, operational observations, and mission outcomes.
• Report technical issues or abnormal aircraft behavior to the engineering team.
• Assist with routine maintenance, cleaning, and storage of UAV equipment.
• Ensure compliance with company flight procedures and applicable aviation regulations.
• Travel to flight test locations and customer sites when required.

Requirements

• You have at least B1 level English proficiency.
• You have hands-on experience operating multirotor and/or fixed-wing UAVs.
• You are confident performing both manual and assisted flight operations.
• You understand flight safety procedures and operational risk management.
• You are organized, responsible, and capable of working independently in the field.
• You remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions during flight operations.
• You enjoy working outdoors and are willing to travel when required.
• You have strong communication skills and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• You hold a valid driver's license.

Nice to have

• A drone pilot certificate or equivalent qualification is considered an advantage.
• Experience flying FPV drones.
• Experience using Mission Planner or QGroundControl.
• Familiarity with ArduPilot or PX4 flight controllers.
• Experience conducting flight tests or product demonstrations.
• Basic understanding of UAV hardware and maintenance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• 25 paid vacation days per year.
• Business travel expenses fully covered.
• Company laptop.
• International travel opportunities.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly experienced international engineering team.
• High level of ownership and autonomy in day-to-day work.
• The opportunity to influence the product and its future development.
• Work on real-world UAV systems deployed in operational environments.