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 Us Raptor 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