UAV Pilot & GCS Operator - Nordic Flight Tests

Stark Defence; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

STARK Defence in Sweden is seeking a UAV Pilot / GCS Operator to lead production flight tests, monitor telemetry, and certify systems before deployment. You will work with Flight Test Engineers at the intersection of production and operations, ensuring every aircraft meets performance standards.

You will certify capabilities for demanding environments, manage live data, and contribute to training materials and safety procedures as part of a disciplined test program.

Qualifications

• EU A1/A3 and A2 remote pilot certificates (EASA) required.
• Radio operator certificate (e.g., BZF) or willingness to obtain one.
• Proven experience with GCS software, mission planning tools, and telemetry monitoring.
• Familiarity with flight safety protocols, BVLOS in particular.
• Citizen of a NATO member state.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Production Flight Execution: conduct remote piloting and GCS operation for production-level unmanned aircraft.
• Execute standardized flight test programs with high repeatability and precision.
• Monitor live telemetry and video streams in real-time, ensuring test envelope compliance.
• Coordinate with observers and test engineers to maintain safe operations.

Skills

GCS software experience

Mission planning tools

Telemetry monitoring

BVLOS safety protocols

Strong English communication

Operational data reporting

Structured test procedures

Situational awareness

RPIC experience (bonus)

Education

EU Remote Pilot Certificates (EASA) A1/A3 and A2

Radio operator certificate (e.g., BZF)

Job description

STARK Defence in Sweden is seeking a UAV Pilot / GCS Operator to lead production flight tests, monitor telemetry, and certify systems before deployment. You will work with Flight Test Engineers at the intersection of production and operations, ensuring every aircraft meets performance standards.

You will certify capabilities for demanding environments, manage live data, and contribute to training materials and safety procedures as part of a disciplined test program.