UAS Test Pilot: Real-World Drones, Equity & Relocation

9 Mothers Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in company

Relocation assistance

Onsite in Austin, TX

Unlimited PTO

Employer-paid premiums

Job summary

9 Mothers Corporation in Austin, TX is seeking a Drone Test Pilot to fly FPV and COTS drones against counter-drone systems, executing realistic threat profiles and live demonstrations for customers.

You will build and maintain the drone fleet, capture flight logs, and deliver clear debriefs to engineering. The role requires FAA Part 107 certification and strong stick skills, with occasional travel for demos.

Qualifications

• Hands-on FPV flying experience (2+ years).
• Proficient with ArduPilot and firmware updates.
• Must hold FAA Part 107 certificate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct structured FPV/COTS test campaigns against Edda systems.
• Fly live customer demos in Austin and at off-site locations.
• Maintain drone fleet: repairs, battery, props, sensors.
• Provide precise debriefs to engineering after each session.

Skills

FPV flying

Strong stick skills

Flight test planning

Debriefing to engineers

Education

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Tools

ArduPilot

COTS drones

Job description

9 Mothers Corporation in Austin, TX is seeking a Drone Test Pilot to fly FPV and COTS drones against counter-drone systems, executing realistic threat profiles and live demonstrations for customers.

You will build and maintain the drone fleet, capture flight logs, and deliver clear debriefs to engineering. The role requires FAA Part 107 certification and strong stick skills, with occasional travel for demos.