Flight Operations Specialist (UAVs)
Unmannd Autonomy
Operations
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Mar 31, 2026
About Us
We're building deeply intelligent UAVs for defense forces - designed to out-think, outmaneuver, and dominate even in contested environments. Our mission is to give the armed forces an undeniable edge and help safeguard peace across borders. We move fast, challenge limits, and obsess over building technology that redefines what’s possible. If you are driven to build something truly transformational — then this is it.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Flight Operations Specialist, you’ll be on the frontlines of all field operations. From assisting in flight tests and demos to ensuring smooth integration of systems in the field, you’ll play a hands-on role in proving our UAVs in real-world conditions. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on the field, and is excited to grow into operations leadership over time.
Key Responsibilities
- Pilot: Assist in the setup, execution, and monitoring of internal flight tests, trials, and field demos.
- User Demos: Support the Operations Manager in planning and conducting demonstrations, tailoring execution to specific client needs.
- System Integration: Work hands-on with UAV subsystems—assembly, wiring, troubleshooting, and tuning—for mission readiness.
- Testing & Feedback: Collect and document flight test data, support root-cause analysis, and channel insights to engineering teams.
- Operational Documentation: Help create and refine SOPs, manuals, and maintenance checklists.
- Tracking & Reporting: Maintain detailed records of operations, flight logs, and system performance.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with avionics, mechanical, and software teams to ensure seamless system integration.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Passion for UAVs and willingness to get hands-on with hardware and flight operations.
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in UAV/drone operations as a pilot.
- DGCA Pilot License is a strong plus.
- Comfortable with UAV assembly, soldering, wiring, and field troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with UAV ground control software (Mission Planner, QGroundControl) and flight stacks (ArduPilot, PX4) is a plus.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to adapt quickly in the field, solve problems under pressure, and work in a team-first environment.
Benefits
What We Offer
Hands-on flying and integration of cutting-edge UAV platforms.
Direct impact: real missions and user demos.
Learning & growth under experienced mentors with a clear path to operations leadership roles.
Collaborative startup culture with ownership and autonomy from day one.
Competitive salary + equity options in a fast-growing defense-tech startup.