Senior UAV Demonstration Operator

Quiet Capital; Zuid-Holland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Destinus in the Netherlands is seeking a disciplined UAV operator to join the Demonstration Team. You will execute safe, professional fixed-wing UAV demonstrations for military and government customers, coordinating with engineering and flight operations to ensure mission readiness.

You bring a strong military mindset, hands-on GCS and telemetry experience, and fluency in English. The role involves international deployments and strict adherence to flight safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating fixed-wing UAV systems in military/aerospace/defense or flight-test environments.
• Military background is required, preferably aviation/UAV operations or related fields.
• Fluency in English and strong situational awareness are essential.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key member of the Demonstration Team, supporting UAV demonstrations and deployments across multiple countries.
• Operate fixed-wing UAV systems during customer demonstrations, test flights, and field operations.
• Maintain continuous demonstration readiness and ensure equipment is mission-ready.
• Support flight preparation activities including mission planning, weather assessment, and risk analysis.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with flight safety standards and UAV regulations during operations.

Skills

Military mindset

Engineering understanding

Ground control experience

English fluency

Situational awareness

Safety focused

Team player

Decision making

Tools

GCS software

Telemetry systems

Datalinks

Mission software

Job description

Destinus in the Netherlands is seeking a disciplined UAV operator to join the Demonstration Team. You will execute safe, professional fixed-wing UAV demonstrations for military and government customers, coordinating with engineering and flight operations to ensure mission readiness.

You bring a strong military mindset, hands-on GCS and telemetry experience, and fluency in English. The role involves international deployments and strict adherence to flight safety standards.