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- ...A leading agricultural tech company in Daytona Beach, FL seeks an Unmanned Aircraft System Test Pilot to lead aerial operations using drones for crop spraying and mapping. This hands-on role involves close collaboration with engineering teams and requires 50-100 hours...SuggestedRemote work
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Walnut Creek, CA1 day ago - Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Pilot Location: Daytona Beach, FL, United States Date Posted: Mar 24, 2026 Job ID: JV-1947 We are seeking a skilled and motivated Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Remote Pilot to lead aerial operations using large-scale UAS and sUAS...SuggestedContract workRemote workFlexible hours
$92k - $121k
...reshape the future of defense, you're in the right place. About The Role Firestorm Labs is seeking a driven and experienced UAS Test Pilot, Emergency Pilot (EP) to join our Flight Test Team. In this high‑impact individual contributor role, you'll support flight operations...SuggestedPermanent employmentTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaRemote work$70k - $85k
UAS Test Pilot job at Flock Safety. Riverside, CA. Who is Flock? Flock Safety is an all-in-one technology solution to eliminate crime and keep communities safe. Our intelligent platform combines the power of communities at scale - including cities, businesses, schools...SuggestedWork at officeRemote workWork from homeHome officeFlexible hours- Swift Engineering in San Clemente, CA is hiring an experienced UAS Test Pilot to lead flight testing and training for Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). The role requires significant experience flying fixed-wing UAVs, operating Ground Control Stations, and developing critical...Suggested
$80 - $120 per hour
UAS Test Pilot - Contract job at Grid Aero, Inc. San Leandro, CA. Grid.aero is a VC-backed aviation startup tackling complex challenges in both defense and commercial markets. We are focused on solving real-world problems that will shape the future of the industry. Led...SuggestedPermanent employmentContract workRemote work$190k - $260k
...driven engineers with experience across aerospace, robotics and self-driving cars working to make this future a reality. As Chief Test Pilot you will be in charge of all experimental flight operations at Reliable Robotics. You will have a senior leadership role at the...SuggestedPermanent employmentContract workRemote workReliable Robotics Corporation
Sacramento, CA1 day ago- ...Test Pilot As a Test Pilot at Scaled Composites, you'll play a vital role in providing technical support for experimental and developmental aircraft and payload systems within a fast-paced design and prototyping environment. Your extensive experience and sound judgment...SuggestedCasual workWork at officeRelocation package
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Mojave, CA5 days ago $190k - $260k
Reliable Robotics, located in California, is seeking a Chief Test Pilot to oversee all experimental flight operations. The role involves managing contract pilots, ensuring safety, and coordinating with various engineering teams to develop flight test plans. The ideal candidate...SuggestedContract work$70k - $120k
...FPV Test Pilot Torrance, California, United States Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America's drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive...SuggestedWork experience placement$146k - $194k
...divh2Experimental Test Pilot, Air Dominance Strike/h2pVictorville, California, United States/ppAnduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology...SuggestedFull timeFor contractorsWork experience placementImmediate start$120k - $175k
Fixed Wing UAS Test Pilot job at Swift Engineering. San Clemente, CA. The UAS Test Pilot plays a critical role in the testing, training, and deployment of Swift’s Unmanned Aerial Systems. This position is responsible for remotely piloting fixed‐wing Group I, II, and III...SuggestedWork at officeLocal areaRemote workWeekend workAfternoon shift$140k - $190k
...Flight Software Development Engineer In Test The Flight Software Development Engineer In Test will be responsible for the design and development of Turion's Flight Software testing framework / tools, strategy, and procedures. They will design and write tests, which...SuggestedPermanent employmentFull timeWeekend workTurion Space
Irvine, CA4 days ago$97k - $167k
...Overview Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. We... ...Joby Aviation's Flight Research team is looking for a Test Pilot to operate research and development crewed and UAS platforms, with...SuggestedPermanent employmentTemporary workRemote workJoby Aviation
Concord, CA3 days ago- ...A cutting-edge aerospace company in Los Angeles is seeking an Integration & Test Responsible Engineer to transform satellite platform designs into flight-ready systems. The role involves overseeing testing and ensuring system reliability. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor...Suggested
Apex Technology
Los Angeles, CA1 day ago - A leading aviation technology company in Mountain View is seeking a Lead Test Pilot to enhance safety in aviation through automated systems. The selected candidate will lead a team of dedicated pilots, coordinating flight test plans and executing experiments in various...
- ...Maintenance Test Pilot (UH-72 A/B) The Maintenance Test Pilot (UH-72 A/B) utilizes flight test techniques to perform test flights of aircraft to measure performance and handling to determine airworthiness following maintenance or modifications. Perform test flights...Contract workShift workNight shiftWeekend workDay shiftAfternoon shift
$26.5 - $43 per hour
...Production Flight Test Pilot I Flightwave - Torrance, CA 90503 Overview Salary Range $26.50 - $43.00 Hourly Description Position Summary FlightWave is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Flight Test Pilot to support operational and quality control...Hourly payPermanent employmentLocal areaRemote work- Veteran Employment Opportunities Disabled veteran: A veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military and is entitled to disability compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to disability compensation) under laws administered...
- ...MQ-9 LRE & MCE Qualified Instructor Pilot (IP) SDI is seeking a MQ-9 LRE & MCE Qualified Instructor Pilot (IP) and graduate of the US Air Force Test Pilot School program to provide UAS Aircrew Support Services. These positions will be in Gray Butte, CA. Pilots will...Contract workWork at office
- ...Costa Mesa, California. This role involves aircraft mechanical assessment, maintenance coordination, and flight execution to support test operations. The ideal candidate will have a valid A&P license and significant experience with aircraft and missile systems. Join a...
- ...the groundbreaking technologies we develop will have a real-world impact. About The Role We are looking for a Flight Test Engineer & Pilot to help organize and execute flight testing of a high-performance fixed-wing UAV. This is a part-time contract role, up to...Hourly payFull timeContract workPart timeLocal areaRemote work
Allen Control Systems
San Francisco, CA4 days ago $80 - $120 per hour
...collaborative team that values technical excellence, execution, and mission focus. Role Overview Grid Aero is seeking an Experimental Test Pilot (Contract) to execute the flight testing of our large, fixed-wing autonomous aircraft. You will operate cutting-edge systems from...Permanent employmentContract workRemote work- ...ArduPilot. Experience, finding the right components and building custom QuadCopters, FPV drones or similar RC vehicles Experience piloting drone manually without GPS-assisted modes like altitude-hold and stabilize mode. Experience debugging ArduPilot and/or PX4...
Tera AI
San Diego, CA3 days ago - ...in Washington, DC and Maine. Responsibilities Define and manage flight test plans, objectives, and procedures for aircraft development and validation Operate Poseidon aircraft as the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) during flight testing and operational demonstrations...Remote work
- Allen Control Systems in San Francisco is seeking a Flight Test Engineer & Pilot to execute flight testing of a high-performance fixed-wing UAV. This part-time role allows for up to 15 hours weekly, with the opportunity to become full-time. Ideal candidates must have a...Full timePart timeRemote work
- ...Training principles. Tasks and responsibilities include conducting pilot ground and simulator training for clients receiving core,... ...and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program. An unrestricted ATP certificate, or an ICAO member state...Permanent employmentTraineeshipWork at office
$70k - $95k
...technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the...Work experience placement$75k - $100k
...precision, and relentless work. The Role We're hiring a Drone Operator to join our Mission Operations team at our test site in Paso Robles, CA. You'll pilot and supervise uncrewed aerial systems during test flights, autonomy trials, and live mission rehearsals -...Full timeRemote workScout AI
Paso Robles, CA4 days ago$76.46k - $197.2k
...Operation Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/... ...* GS-12: Operate aircraft as a fully qualified, mission-ready pilot in unit type aircraft. * GS-12: Accomplish mission planning and...Permanent employmentFull timePart timeWork experience placementImmediate startRemote workRelocationRelocation packageShift workAfternoon shiftDepartment of the Air Force
Edwards, CA5 days ago
