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Regulus
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Drone Operator
- Workplace
- On-site
- Commitment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Posted
Location
Haifa, Israel
We are seeking a highly skilled and technical drone operator to support our R&D, testing and support teams. In this critical role, you will act as part of our Red Team, piloting a diverse fleet of drones to simulate real-world threats and test the efficacy of our c-UAS platforms. This is a hands-on, high-autonomy role for someone who enjoys challenges. If you deeply understand drone mechanics, control, and assembly, love pushing drones to their limits, and want to play a direct role in advancing counter drone defense, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities
- Execute complex flight test plans using various platforms to test and validate C-UAS mitigation systems.
- Perform specific, repeatable flight profiles including various maneuvers, high-speed approaches, and varied altitude testing.
- Build, configure, and integrate custom payloads.
- Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to define test parameters and success criteria.
- Record precise flight logs, telemetry data, and field observations.
- Participate in post-flight debriefs to analyze data and provide pilot-perspective feedback on C-UAS system performance.
- Maintain, repair, and upgrade the fleet of commercial and custom-built drones.
- Manage lipo battery lifecycles, spare parts inventory, and firmware updates
- Ensure flight operations strictly adhere to local aviation authority regulations and safety protocols.
- Conduct pre-flight risk assessments, site surveys, and secure necessary flight authorizations or NOTAMs.
Requirements
- Valid drone pilot license/certification.
- 2+ years of professional experience in drone piloting, or drone integration. DIY/FPV drones HO experience - Must
- Hands-on experience building, soldering, and repairing multi-rotor drones.
- Proficiency with ground control software and flight controllers.
- Strong ability to analyze telemetry data, troubleshoot RF/GPS signal issues, and document technical findings clearly.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively bridge the gap between field operations and engineering teams
Nice to have
- Familiarity with RF communications, electronic warfare concepts, and GPS/GNSS technologies - Advantage
- Prior experience in the C-UAS industry - Advantage