Field Operations Assistant – Drone Support (AP)

Airbound Inc.; Guntur District; On-site; INR 201,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Transport Stipend

Relocation assistance

Advanced salary credit

Job summary

Airbound Inc. in India is seeking hands‑on field operations staff for ground handling of drone deliveries. You’ll perform core flight tasks, set up field equipment, and support last‑mile logistics in outdoor environments.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and teamwork. Stipend of INR 18,000–22,000 per month plus health insurance and transport stipend, with an in‑office schedule including alternating Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in field operations or logistics is helpful but not mandatory.
• Comfortable lifting 1–5 kg payloads regularly.
• Able to work outdoors for extended periods.
• No driver’s license required.
• Basic technical or mechanical aptitude is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Swap batteries and verify payloads (1–5 kg) as part of core flight ops.
• Set up field infrastructure, move inventory, and keep the site organized.
• Run errands and transport payloads for last-mile delivery when needed.
• Follow checklists and maintain logs, while identifying on-field risks.

Skills

Field operations

Logistics

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Manual labor

Education

10th/12th pass

Job description

About Airbound

Our mission is to make a world where everyone has access to delivery. Where goods move as freely as information moves today.

This is possible. Today the cost of moving on a scooter is ₹2/km. That’s the cost of moving a 150kg mass from point A to B. We’re bringing that mass down to less than 5kgs, concurrently bringing the cost down to 10 paise/km. This is how we make deliveries a reality. This is how we create a world where we’re doing billions of deliveries per day.

The tech is not there. The current cost of drone delivery is ₹100/km. We need to completely redefine the way things are done here. We’re building the world’s most efficient aircraft from the ground-up, and scaling that up to beyond anything the aerospace sector has ever seen. This cannot be an iterative process. We have to tear down all conventions and build everything up from scratch.

To do this, we need nothing less than the best engineers. The ones who care about building something fundamentally different, who are deeply curious about understanding the fundamentals of everything they’re working on, who are dreamers that believe in the impossible.

Key Responsibilities

Core Flight Operations

• Swap drone batteries throughout the day following standard procedures.

• Install, secure, and verify payloads (1–5 kg).

• Conduct basic pre-flight checks and ensure the aircraft is ready for launch.

• Monitor readiness of batteries, payloads, and equipment and report any issues immediately.

Field Setup & Equipment Handling

• Set up and dismantle tents, tables, and basic field infrastructure.

• Move and organize inventory, payloads, and on-site equipment.

• Keep the field site clean, organized, and operationally efficient.

• Assist with loading/unloading equipment during deployments.

General Operational Support

• Run basic errands for operations (supplies, food/water for team, small field needs).

• Transport payloads or goods for last-mile delivery when required.

• Follow checklists carefully and maintain accurate logs.

Safety & Protocol

• Follow Airbound operating procedures without skipping steps.

• Maintain awareness of on-field risks and elevate concerns early.

• Handle equipment safely and systematically.

Who You Are

• Disciplined, punctual, and consistent in following procedures.

• Comfortable with manual/physical tasks and working outdoors.

• Practical, alert, and able to handle on-field challenges.

• Willing to learn and committed to supporting reliable flight operations.

• Communicates clearly and works well with the team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in field operations, logistics, warehouse support, or similar roles is helpful but not mandatory.

• Comfortable lifting and handling 1–5 kg payloads regularly.

• Able to work outdoors for extended periods.

• No driver’s license required.

• Basic technical or mechanical aptitude is a plus.

Stipend: INR 18,000 - 22,000 per month + Health Insurance + Transport Stipend. Minimum 10th/12th pass preferred; this is a strictly hands‑on field role and is not suitable for degree holders seeking desk work. The role is not for UAV pilots. This position is focused on ground operations and does not lead to pilot‑track roles.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered

• Relocation assistance and a daily travel stipend to ease your commute

• Advanced salary credit to support you when you need it

A driven, passionate team where you’ll have room to grow and thrive – this is more than just a job, it’s a rare opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up

Work Schedule

• In-office role, working alternate Saturdays.

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