High-Speed UAS Test Pilot & Autopilot Ops Engineer

singularity-defense; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Singularity is seeking an experienced Drone Pilot / UAS Test Operator to support the development, testing, and evaluation of next-generation aerial targets and autonomous flight systems. You will fly a range of remotely-piloted vehicles—from high-speed RC jets to heavy-lift multirotors—and collaborate with flight software, GNC, mechanical, and systems teams to ensure safe test execution.

The role is hands-on and mission-critical, involving aircraft preparation, flight operations, autopilot

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience flying RC aircraft, drones, or UAS (fixed-wing + multirotor).
• Demonstrated skill flying high-performance or high-speed aircraft (EDF jets, turbine jets, or equivalent).
• Experience with RC transmitters, flight modes, failsafes, and standard radio protocols.
• Ability to diagnose and repair basic airframe, propulsion, and avionics issues under time pressure.
• Familiarity with ArduPilot, Mission Planner, QGroundControl, or similar autopilot ecosystems.
• Strong situational awareness and disciplined safety mindset.
• Ability to travel for flight tests and work in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Pilot high-performance RC jets, fixed-wing target drones, and multirotor systems during ground and flight testing.
• Execute pre-flight, post-flight, and safety checklists with discipline.
• Maintain positive control of aircraft during nominal flights and during upset or emergency scenarios.
• Provide real-time feedback to engineering teams regarding aircraft behavior, anomalies, or flight envelope limitations.
• Assist with tuning autopilot parameters and reviewing flight logs for issues.

Skills

RC flying

High-speed aircraft

Safety mindset

Travel readiness

Autopilot systems

Tools

ArduPilot

Mission Planner

QGroundControl

Job description

Singularity is seeking an experienced Drone Pilot / UAS Test Operator to support the development, testing, and evaluation of next-generation aerial targets and autonomous flight systems. You will fly a range of remotely-piloted vehicles—from high-speed RC jets to heavy-lift multirotors—and collaborate with flight software, GNC, mechanical, and systems teams to ensure safe test execution.

The role is hands-on and mission-critical, involving aircraft preparation, flight operations, autopilot