Test Pilot & Tech, UAS

You will pilot and evaluate early UAS prototypes (fixed wing, VTOL, quadcopters) for defense applications, assemble and test them end-to-end in a tight feedback loop with the Lab, Test and Engineering teams, and travel across Europe and abroad for test campaigns, exercises and demonstrations with governmental and industry stakeholders. You will also act as a team player and mentor, supporting and growing the team when needed.

Responsibilities

• Pilot and evaluate early UAS prototypes (fixed wing, VTOL, quadcopters) for defense applications
• Assemble and test early UAS prototypes end-to-end, working side-by-side with the Lab, Test and Engineering teams in a tight feedback loop
• Travel over Europe and abroad for test campaigns, exercises and demonstrations with governmental and industry stakeholders
• Be a team player and a mentor, being available to support and grow the team when needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technical High School diploma or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated experience in assembling and piloting RC models (fixed-wing, quadcopters) in FPV or VLOS
• Experience selecting components for and assembling jet- and electric-powered RC models
• Knowledge of EASA flight safety regulations for UASs
• Exceptional hands-on abilities in the field of electronics, cabling, mechanical assembly
• Experience with soldering, assembling and repairing electronic boards
• Ability to use 3D printers to customize models
• Experience in working within an R&D laboratory
• Excellent spoken and written English, Dutch or French is a plus

Nice to have

• Experience with the PX4 flight controller

Benefits

• Attractive compensation
• Year-end bonus eligibility
• Stock Options Plan
• Mobility Budget
• 32 days of holidays
• Meal vouchers
• Private Health insurance