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Drone Test Pilot

Riga, Latvia
Category
Operations
Job Type
Full-time
Experience
Mid-Level

Job Description

  • Full-time

  • Mārupe, Latvia

About the position

We are looking for a drone test pilot, who would be responsible for our Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAS) testing, evaluation and development. If you have a passion for aviation, technical knowledge and a desire to participate in the development of new technologies, this vacancy is for you.

As a Drone Test Pilot, you will:

  • Conduct flight tests of unmanned aerial vehicles in both FPV mode and automatic mission flights

  • Test and evaluate the functionality of ground base stations by conducting observations and studies on system operation

  • Analyze system errors, document them and report them to the development team to improve the company's technological solutions

  • Participate in technology demonstrations, trials and business trips as needed

  • Lead, develop, improve, and evolve client training programs

  • Provide necessary support to customers

What we are looking for:

  • Previous experience working with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAS)

  • Good knowledge of drone control principles, flight modes and safety procedures

  • Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot technical failures, as well as provide constructive feedback to the development team

  • Ability to work both independently and effectively in a team

  • High sense of responsibility and ability to work in high-stress situations

  • Meticulous approach and accuracy in work, ability to follow instructions, develop and improve them

  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

  • CAA/EASA issued A1/A3 and A2 pilot certification (STS certificate is also desirable)

  • English language skills at a technical level (reading, writing and speaking)

  • Open, communicative, confident, and charismatic personality

  • Category B driving license

What we offer:

  • The opportunity to work on defence robotics systems that are deployed in real-world environments and matter to those who rely on them

  • Interesting technical challenges and work on complex engineering problems

  • Work on best-in-class products that compete internationally, alongside leading experts in the field

  • The chance to own your work from development through to field deployment

  • Opportunities to learn, grow and develop while working with modern technologies

  • Health insurance

Posted September 11, 2026