UAS Certification & Airworthiness Engineer – On-Site Italy

Roboticsconnected; Trentino-Alto Adige; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real responsibilities from day one

Accommodation for first weeks

Accident insurance coverage

Meals provided at headquarters

Job summary

FlyingBasket is seeking an UAS Certification & Airworthiness Engineer to own certification, safety, and compliance across our drone platforms. You will work with engineering, operations, and authorities to ensure systems are safe and compliant for real-world deployment.

This hands-on role requires initiative, independence, and the ability to drive topics to completion, with English at least B2 and a valid EU work permit for Italy.

Qualifications

• Experience in certification, airworthiness, or aviation compliance specifically in the UAS / drone industry.
• Experience working with aviation authorities (e.g. EASA or national authorities).
• Structured, hands-on working style with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take ownership and operate independently.
• English minimum at B2 level.

Responsibilities

• Own certification and airworthiness activities across FlyingBasket platforms.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations and internal standards.
• Review and approve documentation related to design, operations, and certification.
• Support from a regulatory and safety perspective; Interface with EASA, national authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Represent FlyingBasket in discussions with authorities and industry groups.
• Plan and execute certification and compliance activities aligned with company goals.
• Identify risks, gaps, and improvement areas, and implement practical solutions.

Skills

UAS certification

Aviation authorities

Safety frameworks

Ownership & independence

English (B2)

Job description

FlyingBasket is seeking an UAS Certification & Airworthiness Engineer to own certification, safety, and compliance across our drone platforms. You will work with engineering, operations, and authorities to ensure systems are safe and compliant for real-world deployment.

This hands-on role requires initiative, independence, and the ability to drive topics to completion, with English at least B2 and a valid EU work permit for Italy.