Remote Wind Balloon Flight Controller - Part-Time

WindBorne Systems; Redwood Shores (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WindBorne Systems, a leader in autonomous weather balloon technology, seeks a Flight Control Operator for part‑time, fully remote work in the United States. You will learn to pilot balloons by understanding wind patterns, forecast uncertainties, and hardware behavior, developing new techniques as systems evolve.

You will make critical calls under uncertain conditions, communicate clearly with engineering teams, and adapt to a schedule that fits irregular hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn independently in an evolving environment.
• Comfort prioritizing and making judgment calls in high‑pressure, uncertain environments.
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written), and collaboration with engineering teams.
• Willingness to work long or unusual hours to meet balloon routing needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop specialized knowledge to make quick, informed flight calls.
• Improve techniques as hardware and software evolve, beyond following procedures.

Skills

Independent learner

Decision making under pressure

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to work odd hours

Job description

WindBorne Systems, a leader in autonomous weather balloon technology, seeks a Flight Control Operator for part‑time, fully remote work in the United States. You will learn to pilot balloons by understanding wind patterns, forecast uncertainties, and hardware behavior, developing new techniques as systems evolve.

You will make critical calls under uncertain conditions, communicate clearly with engineering teams, and adapt to a schedule that fits irregular hours.