sUAS Flight Operator
Wing - Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on three continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
About The Role
Wing is looking for a
sUAS Flight Operator
to join our
Flight Operations
team for a
36-month fixed term contract . In this role, you’ll help us operate multiple highly autonomous small uncrewed aircraft systems. You will be a line sUAS Flight Operator for Wing’s Part 135 commercial drone delivery service in the US operating out of our Dallas Fort Worth area operations center. Working with a team of technicians and field operators, you’ll operate the system while monitoring flight and system conditions. You will be expected to meet and maintain the qualification requirements to act as a sUAS Flight Operator for our commercial drone delivery service. The ideal candidate has a passion for aviation and the ongoing development of this industry and has three or more years of experience in a safety-critical industry/role such as aviation, energy, transportation, etc.
This position is subject to Wing’s Drug and Alcohol testing policy in accordance with Wing’s procedures and DOT/FAA regulatory requirements.
What You’ll Do
Report to the Chief Pilot or Assistant Chief Pilot
Qualify and function as a Part 135 sUAS Flight Operator for Wing’s highly autonomous drone delivery service on a regular basis
Work with the Flight Operations Manager to ensure daily operations are safely conducted
Communicate with other crewmembers to operate the system safely and effectively
Ensure daily Remote Operations Center’s technical and operational readiness
Maintain the high professional standards required for a drone Part 135 pilot-in-command
What You'll Need
Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate
Current driver’s license and a clean driving record within the last 36 months
3+ years experience with commercial or public UAS operations or relevant university-level education and training in civil UAS operations
Experience working with web-based monitoring and control programs
Experience with technical or engineering record-keeping methods and tools
Ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English
Ability to work a rotating 7-day schedule, including weekends and holidays
Willingness to travel for initial and recurrent training
Ability to work independently and in teams while maintaining attention to detail
Must possess FAA First, Second, or Third Class Medical Certificate or obtain prior to start date
Willing to meet Pilot Records Database (PRD) consent requirements
The US base salary for this full-time position is $100,000—$115,000 USD, plus bonus and benefits. Your recruiter will share more details during the hiring process.
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws related to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment is based solely on merit and qualifications related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or related conditions.
If you need accommodations during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
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