FPV Drone Operator at Aston Carter

Pittsburg, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

40.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

FPV Flight, Acro Mode, UAS Operations, Flight Testing, Data Analysis, Communication Skills, Situational Awareness, Safety Compliance, PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, Herelink, Fixed-wing Aircraft, Flight Controls Integration, Video Recording, R&D Programs

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Description About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled FPV Pilot with advanced acro mode flight experience for visual line-of-sight operations (no goggles). This role focuses on hands-on drone testing and evaluation to support the development of next-generation UAS technologies. You’ll work closely with systems and flight engineers to provide actionable flight data and feedback that drive design improvements and system reliability. This position is fully on-site at our Bay Point, California test facility. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You’re Excited About This Opportunity Because You Will • Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight (VLOS) environments. • Conduct test flights, calibration routines, and performance evaluations under engineering supervision. • Collaborate closely with systems engineers to provide high-quality, data-driven feedback on flight performance, controls tuning, and system reliability. • Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, aircraft condition, and observed anomalies. • Support safety and compliance processes in accordance with FAA Part 107 and internal operating procedures. • Participate in system validation efforts involving PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink control systems. • Contribute to iterative design reviews, prototype evaluations, and test readiness reviews Additional Skills & Qualifications We’re Excited About You Because You Have • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required; will be verified). • 100+ hours of logged FPV flight time. • 1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight (no goggles). • Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations (required). • Proven FPV flying experience and ability to demonstrate control precision in manual (acro) mode. • Working knowledge of FAA small UAS regulations and operational best practices. • Excellent communication skills and ability to translate flight behavior into engineering insights. • Strong situational awareness and adherence to test-site safety standards. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft operations (huge plus). • Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink. • Experience in UAS systems, aerodynamics, or flight controls integration. • Ability to record and share video footage of recent acro line-of-sight FPV flights for evaluation. • Previous work in structured flight test environments or R&D; programs Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bay Point, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bay Point,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The FPV Drone Operator will operate small and mid-size UAS platforms in acro mode and conduct test flights under engineering supervision. They will collaborate with systems engineers to provide feedback on flight performance and maintain detailed logs of flight activities.