Fixed Wing UAS Test Pilot

The UAS Test Pilot plays a critical role in the testing, training, and deployment of Swift’s Unmanned Aerial Systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience flying RC fixed wing non-augmented or artificially stabilized aircraft.
• Knowledge of UAS flight dynamics, ground control software, and mission planning tools
• 2+ years’ experience in flight test support
• Experience flying and supporting Group I, II, and III fixed-wing UAS
• Experience developing operational manuals, training materials, and flight documentation
• Knowledge of national and international airspace regulations, waiver processes, and compliance
• Familiarity with safety systems like SMS
• In-depth knowledge of UAS emergency procedures and contingency protocols
• Experience with data collection and analysis in UAS mission environments
• Hands-on experience building or integrating UAS hardware and systems
• Must have a valid passport
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in field and mission-critical scenarios

Benefits

• 9/80 Schedule
• Health Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
• Vision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
• Dental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
• Life Insurance - 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• 401k with company match
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.