Drone Flight Test Operator (UAS) — Autonomous Aerial Systems

DoorDash; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 39,123 - 57,583; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

Paid parental leave

Wellness benefits

Job summary

A leading technology and logistics company in California is seeking a UAS Flight Test Operator to join their team. You will conduct drone test flights, ensure operational readiness, and collaborate with engineering on flight validation. The ideal candidate will have a Part 107 certification and significant flight experience. This role requires attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to work in diverse environments. Competitive benefits and a salary range of $28.40–$41.80 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• You hold a Part 107 certification and have logged over 100 flight hours in varied environments.
• You understand FAA regulations, operational risk, and best practices for safe and compliant drone flight.
• You work effectively with cross-functional teams—especially engineers, operators, and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Execute structured drone test flights in both manual and autonomous modes.
• Support daily test readiness by performing pre- and post-flight checks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to surface observations and support iterative improvement cycles.

Skills

UAS Flight Certification

Drone Operation

Analytical Thinking

Collaboration

Technical Problem Solving

Education

Part 107 certification

Flight hours over 100

Tools

PX4

ArduPilot

Auterion

Herelink

Job description

A leading technology and logistics company in California is seeking a UAS Flight Test Operator to join their team. You will conduct drone test flights, ensure operational readiness, and collaborate with engineering on flight validation. The ideal candidate will have a Part 107 certification and significant flight experience. This role requires attention to detail, analytical thinking, and the ability to work in diverse environments. Competitive benefits and a salary range of $28.40–$41.80 per hour are offered.