Flight Operator

Flight Operator

$60,000 - $65,000 a year Onsite Tucson, AZ

Company Overview: Ondas Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:ONDS) is building a new kind of intelligence company, one designed for a world where speed, autonomy, and decision advantage matter more than ever. By combining multi-domain platforms, advanced sensing, secure networks, and AI-enabled analytics, Ondas helps defense, government, and critical infrastructure customers transform complex mission data into decision-ready insights when and where they matter most.

Ondas Sentinel is Ondas' U.S. based defense division, purpose-built to deliver U.S. made, U.S. delivered capabilities for the Department of Defense and allied ministries of defense. The division brings together advanced autonomous systems, mission technologies, and intelligence solutions that help customers create persistent awareness, operate with confidence, and make faster decisions in complex and contested environments.

The Stratospheric ISR business unit within Ondas Sentinel is focused on one of the most unique mission areas in aerospace and defense: manufacturing and operating high-altitude stratospheric balloon systems. Few companies in the world can do this work at operational scale. That means our teams are not simply maintaining existing systems; they are building new capabilities, solving first-of-their-kind challenges, and helping define what persistent.

Job Description

The Flight Operator (CP) supports real-time flight operations for high-altitude balloon systems. CPs monitor vehicle health, navigation, and communications, execute standard operating procedures, and support Flight Directors during all phases of flight. This role is foundational to safe, continuous operations and serves as a development pathway to Flight Director.

Role Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time telemetry, navigation data, and vehicle health
• Execute standard operating procedures and checklists during flight
• Support Flight Director decision-making with situational awareness and data analysis
• Maintain accurate flight logs, pass downs, and shift handovers
• Monitor airspace boundaries and support regulatory compliance requirements
• Assist with ascent, Float, station-keeping, and termination operations
• Coordinate with recovery teams as directed
• Escalate anomalies or off-nominal conditions promptly
• Support 24/7 operations including night and weekend shifts
• Participate in simulations and operational readiness activities

Required Qualifications

• Technical operations experience (aviation, UAS, aerospace, maritime, or similar)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment
• Strong attention to detail and procedural discipline
• Comfortable working rotating shifts, including nights/weekends
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to maintain focus during long-duration monitoring tasks

Great To Have

• Prior experience in mission control, UAS operations, or aviation operations
• Familiarity with navigation, weather, or telemetry systems
• Experience with FAA, CASA, or airspace coordination processes
• Background in UAS, aviation, or military operations

What We Offer

You will work side by side with experts in emerging technology, gaining exposure to cutting edge ideas and projects that are shaping the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance because we believe in taking care of the you as a person, not just a team member. Our Tucson workplace is designed to support collaboration, focus, and well-being, with an on-site environment that keeps supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and program teams closely connected to the mission. We believe in creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace where creativity thrives, and every voice is heard. Our commitment to all team members is built upon five core cultural pillars: Engage, Lean In, Create, Care, and Own. Together, these pillars form the foundation of our employee experience while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and sustainable practices.

Some Final Notes: The description gives you a sense of what the position involves but is not an exhaustive list. We are a growing and evolving team, which means your responsibilities may shift or expand over time as new opportunities arise. Flexibility and curiosity are part of what makes our work exciting! At Ondas Sentinel, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate belonging and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from every background and life experience because we know our differences make us stronger.