Fixed-Wing Test Pilot H/F

Alta Ares; Paris, Toulouse; Sur place; EUR 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alta Ares is seeking a Fixed-Wing Test Pilot to operate its fixed-wing drones during development and demos. You will act as Safety Pilot during experimental flights and help train others, document procedures, and improve operational workflows.

Responsibilities include piloting fixed-wing UAVs in development tests, handling non-standard takeoffs/landings, monitoring aircraft behavior, and working with the flight-controller team to report anomalies and ensure airworthiness.

Qualifications

• Proof of experience flying fixed-wing UAVs is required.
• Experience with multirotor drones is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, CG balancing and basic aircraft mechanics.
• Ability to troubleshoot propulsion systems, especially turbines.
• Familiarity with flight-control systems, tuning and parameter testing.
• Hands-on maintenance and repair skills for UAV platforms.
• Commitment to safety during test-flight operations.

Responsabilités

• Operate fixed-wing UAVs during development tests and demos.
• Execute manual piloting tasks including non-standard takeoffs and landings.
• Serve as Safety Pilot during avionics hardware/software testing and take manual control when required.
• Provide detailed feedback on anomalies to the flight-controller team.
• Validate airworthiness and conduct pre-flight checks.
• Prepare, organize and maintain flight-test and demo equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on UAV platforms.

Connaissances

Fixed-wing UAVs

Multirotor experience

Aerodynamics

CG balancing

Aircraft mechanics

Propulsion troubleshooting

Flight control systems

UAV maintenance

Safety mindset

Description du poste

About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.

Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.

Role & Mission

As a Fixed-Wing Test Pilot, you will operate Alta Ares’ fixed-wing drones during development and demos. You will act as the Safety Pilot during experimental flights, ensuring mission success and platform integrity. Over time, you will also contribute to training, documentation, and continuous improvement of operational procedures.

Flight Operations

• Operate fixed-wing UAVs during development tests and demos

• Execute manual piloting tasks, including executing non-standard or complex takeoff and landing procedures.

• Serve as Safety Pilot during avionics hardware and software testing, closely monitoring aircraft behavior and taking manual control when required.

• Work with the flight-controller team to provide detailed feedback on anomalies or unexpected behavior.

• Validate aircraft airworthiness and pre‑flight checks.

Aircraft Maintenance

• Prepare, organize, and maintain flight-test and demo equipment.

• Routine maintenance of the UAV

• Repairs and hardware adjustments

Requirements

• Proven experience flying fixed-wing UAVs (required).

• Experience flying multirotor drones (preferred).

• Strong understanding of aerodynamics, CG balancing, and basic aircraft mechanics.

• Ability to troubleshoot propulsion systems, particularly turbines.

• Familiarity with flight-control systems, tuning, and parameter testing.

• Hands-on skills in maintenance and repair of UAV platforms.

• Strong safety mindset and ability to operate under test‑flight conditions.