UAS Pilot / UAS Flight Engineer

WAKE-ENGINEERING; Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading UAS technology company in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria seeks a UAS Pilot with a technical background to support advanced drone operations. Responsibilities include flying BVLOS missions, conducting inspections, and managing documentation. Candidates must have a relevant technical degree, UAS Pilot Certificate, and proficiency in Spanish and English. Join a multidisciplinary team to shape the future of unmanned aviation.

Servicios

Direct involvement in cutting-edge technology projects

Continuous training and professional growth opportunities

Stability and long-term development in an innovative company

Formación

• Valid UAS Pilot Certificate – Open Category (A1-A3) or Specific Category (STS / SORA).
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute BVLOS missions in accordance with regulations.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections and maintenance.
• Manage mission documentation.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and airspace authorities.

Conocimientos

Spanish proficiency (C1 or native)

English proficiency (B2 / C1)

Experience with fixed-wing or VTOL UAVs

Familiarity with mission-planning and GCS software

Proven experience in BVLOS operations

Educación

Technical degree in Engineering, Electronics, Systems, Telecommunications

Descripción del empleo

Your Mission

At Wake Engineering , a leading company in the design and manufacturing of high-performance UAS, we are looking for a UAS Pilot with a strong technical background to support our operations.

If you are passionate about drones, engineering, and real-world challenges, this is your opportunity to join a team developing and operating some of the most advanced UAS platforms in Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute BVLOS missions in accordance with regulations and internal procedures.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections, assembly, calibration, and maintenance.
• Manage mission documentation : flight logs, checklists, and technical reports.
• Configure and operate Ground Control Stations (GCS) and payload systems.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, clients, and airspace authorities.
• Participate in mission briefings, daily planning, and debriefings.
• Apply and support contingency and emergency procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Technical degree in Engineering, Electronics, Systems, Telecommunications, or equivalent vocational training.
• Valid UAS Pilot Certificate – Open Category (A1-A3) or Specific Category (STS / SORA).
• Proven experience in BVLOS operations .
• Experience with fixed-wing or VTOL UAVs , ideally over 25 kg MTOM.
• Familiarity with mission-planning and GCS software.
• Spanish proficiency (C1 or native) and English proficiency (B2 / C1).
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a disciplined, analytical, and technically minded professional, comfortable working in demanding operational environments. Experience in inspection, thermography, mapping, or flight testing is highly valued. Curiosity, initiative, and a strong safety mindset are essential.

What We Offer

• Direct involvement in cutting-edge technology projects.
• A multidisciplinary team of top-level engineers.
• Continuous training and professional growth opportunities.
• Stability and long-term development in an innovative, fast-growing company.

If you’re an engineer or pilot eager to take part in the future of unmanned aviation, apply now via LinkedIn.

Join Wake Engineering and help shape the next generation of European UAS technology.