Drone Operator at Regulus

Tirat Karmel, Haifa District, Israel -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Drone piloting, Drone integration, FPV drones, Soldering, Multi-rotor drones, Ground control software, Flight controllers, Telemetry data analysis, Troubleshooting, RF signal analysis, GPS/GNSS technologies, Electronic warfare, C-UAS, Risk assessment, Technical documentation

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Regulus is an agile defense-tech startup tackling the most complex challenges in counter-drone and uncrewed defense. With hundreds of combat-proven systems deployed by the IDF and global partners, we are now engineering the next generation of C-UxS (Counter-Uncrewed Systems). We leverage advanced electronic warfare and kinetic measures to detect and neutralize hostile threats. If you want to push technological boundaries while safeguarding Israel and our allies, join us at this pivotal stage of our growth. This is a unique opportunity to join a company at a pivotal growth stage and help shape its products, culture, and future. We are seeking a highly skilled and technical drone operator to support our R&D, testing and support teams. In this critical role, you will act as part of our Red Team, piloting a diverse fleet of drones to simulate real-world threats and test the efficacy of our c-UAS platforms.This is a hands-on, high-autonomy role for someone who enjoys challenges. If you deeply understand drone mechanics, control, and assembly, love pushing drones to their limits, and want to play a direct role in advancing counter drone defense, this is the role for you There is no remote option, you will either be on site (Haifa) or in the field. Key Responsibilities Execute complex flight test plans using various platforms to test and validate C-UAS mitigation systems. Perform specific, repeatable flight profiles including various maneuvers, high-speed approaches, and varied altitude testing. Build, configure, and integrate custom payloads. Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to define test parameters and success criteria. Record precise flight logs, telemetry data, and field observations. Participate in post-flight debriefs to analyze data and provide pilot-perspective feedback on C-UAS system performance. Maintain, repair, and upgrade the fleet of commercial and custom-built drones. Manage lipo battery lifecycles, spare parts inventory, and firmware updates Ensure flight operations strictly adhere to local aviation authority regulations and safety protocols. Conduct pre-flight risk assessments, site surveys, and secure necessary flight authorizations or NOTAMs. Requirements Valid drone pilot license/certification. 2+ years of professional experience in drone piloting, or drone integration. DIY/FPV drones HO experience - Must Hands-on experience building, soldering, and repairing multi-rotor drones. Proficiency with ground control software and flight controllers. Strong ability to analyze telemetry data, troubleshoot RF/GPS signal issues, and document technical findings clearly. Excellent communication skills to effectively bridge the gap between field operations and engineering teams Familiarity with RF communications, electronic warfare concepts, and GPS/GNSS technologies - Advantage Prior experience in the C-UAS industry - Advantage

Responsibilities

Execute complex flight test plans and perform repeatable flight profiles to validate C-UAS mitigation systems. Maintain, repair, and upgrade the drone fleet while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and safety protocols.