UAV Pilot

🚁UAV Pilot / Remote Pilot Engineer (Quadcopter, Rotorcraft & Fixed Wing)Raptor Aero Systems Private Limited 📍 Location: Thoppur, Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu 💼 Experience: Minimum 2 years in UAV operations & build integration 🕐 Type: Full-time About UsRaptor Aero Systems Private Limited is an innovative Indian aerospace startup building next-generation drone systems for industrial, defence, and commercial applications. Through our Scalable Technology Enablement Program (STEP), we empower drone OEMs with full-stack design, integration, and manufacturing capabilities.We are expanding our product platforms and flight testing and are looking for a skilled UAV Pilot / Remote Pilot Engineer with experience across multirotor, rotorcraft, and fixed-wing platforms — someone who can not only fly but also build, test, and troubleshoot drones. Note: Only DGCA certified remote pilots can apply for this role. What You’ll Do·       Plan and conduct safe flight operations (VLOS/BVLOS) using multirotor, helicopter, and fixed-wing UAVs.·       Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks, ensuring system reliability and mission safety.·       Assemble, calibrate, and maintain UAVs — from airframes to propulsion and avionics systems.·       Configure and tune flight controllers (PX4, ArduPilot) and assist in autopilot testing & parameter optimization.·       Integrate and operate payloads such as RGB, thermal, multispectral, or LiDAR sensors.·       Support field testing, prototype validation, and client demonstrations.·       Prepare flight logs, maintenance reports, and operational documentation.·       Collaborate closely with design and avionics teams to improve performance and reliability.·       Provide training and field support to end users or partner teams. What We’re Looking For✅ Minimum 2 years of hands-on UAV flight and integration experience ✅ Proven ability to build and troubleshoot quadcopters, rotorcraft, or fixed-wing systems ✅ Strong working knowledge of PX4 / ArduPilot / Mission Planner / QGroundControl ✅ Understanding of propulsion systems, power electronics, and RC communication links ✅ Good grasp of aerodynamics, flight stability, and sensor integration ✅ Excellent situational awareness and strong safety culture ✅ Willingness to travel and operate in varied field conditions Nice-to-Have Skills⭐ Experience with RTK/PPK systems, BVLOS operations, or payload data workflows (Pix4D, Metashape) ⭐ Familiarity with CAD / 3D printing for rapid prototyping or payload mounts ⭐ Knowledge of DGCA RPAS regulations and pilot certification (preferred) ⭐ Experience flying both manual and autonomous missions What We Offer·       Real-world exposure to cutting-edge UAV platforms and R&D flight testing·       Mentorship from founders and senior engineers·       Opportunity to define flight operations standards for next-gen systems·       Dynamic startup environment with rapid career growth·       Competitive compensation based on experience 📧 Apply Now Send your resume, cover letter, and flight portfolio/log summary (if available) with subject line: UAV Pilot / Remote Pilot Engineer – [Your Name] To: bala@raptoraero.com Cc: santhosh@raptoraero.com