Senior SUAS Test Operator at Young Community Developers

Irvine, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SUAS Operation, Developmental Flight Test, Manual Stick Control, Mission Planning, Geofence Creation, Emergency Procedure Execution, Preflight Inspections, Telemetry Logs Collection, System Configuration Validation, FAA Part 107, COA Frameworks, Documentation Development, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Analytical Skills, Written Communication

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

About DZYNE DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready. We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success. Ready to do work that matters? Join us. Position Title: Senior sUAS Test Operator Location: Irvine CA Work Arrangement: Hybrid. This role includes a mix of on site presence for training events, evaluations, test events, with remote flexibility for administrative and planning tasks. Position Summary This position will be filled with a highly motivated Senior Small UAS Test Pilot with a passion for developmental flight test and improving system capabilities. Senior UAS Test Pilot candidates must be able to safely manage and conduct the operation of developmental small unmanned aerial system (UAS) platforms. This position is highly flexible and requires a high degree of competence. Candidates must be able to operate in environments that do not have fully developed documentation and training courses and be able to develop them throughout all stages of the development cycle. Candidates must have the ability to create, review, edit, and publish crew training documentation, checklists, operations manuals, and other documents required to fulfill contract requirements. This role supports kinetic intercept operations, offensive UAS mission execution, and target engagement scenarios while managing all mission preparation, system configuration, equipment pack-out, and checklist enforcement. The position collaborates with engineering teams to improve system performance, develops compliant operational documentation, ensures proper geofence programming, and contributes to FAA regulatory adherence under Part 107 and COA frameworks. Fluency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and similar computer applications is essential to fulfill this role. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers in both written and verbal form. CONUS development flight test and intermittent OCONUS operations are to be expected. Required Duties and Responsibilities: * Execute Group 2 flight missions for both counter-UAS interception and offensive UAS operations, including manual stick control when required. * Design safe and compliant mission plans for both target and interceptor vehicles, including geofence creation and enforcement to protect national airspace and mission assets * Direct launch and recovery crews, maintain operational authority over safety-critical decisions, and lead emergency procedure execution during flight operations * Perform complete mission pack-out, preflight inspections, ground checkout, firmware/configuration validation, communications setup, and site surveys * Ensure all operational checklists are followed in proper sequence to maintain procedural and safety integrity * Collect and organize telemetry logs, payload logs, radio data, and system performance metrics for engineering review and program traceability * Work directly with engineering teams to provide operational feedback that improves system reliability, seeker and autopilot performance, and mission-effectiveness of offensive and cUAS platforms * Develop flight documentation, SOPs, and training material to ensure future pilots operate systems safely, effectively, and in full compliance with regulations and company policy Required Skills/Qualifications: * Maintain a high degree of professionalism including punctuality and accountability * Current FAA SUAS Remote Pilot Certificate * 100 hours (or at least one year) of relevant SUAS flight experience while acting as Remote Pilot in Command * Five years of relevant work related to UAS flight operations, or equivalent * Must demonstrate extensive understanding of UAS and aeronautical principles, theories, and concepts. * Must have excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to efficiently collaborate with aircrew, management, civilian and government customers, and contractors * Must be fluent with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat for documentation development * Must be able to work both independently and lead in a team environment. * Must be willing to work extended or non-traditional hours when required. * Must have a team-first attitude and drive for system success. * Ability to support five (5) complete on-site workdays per week during CONUS test and flight operations * Perform other duties as directed by supervision and management for the benefit of the company, program, or employee(s) Preferred Skills/Qualifications: * Any piloting experience in addition to SUAS is desired (e.g. sport, recreational, private) * Experience with RC model aircraft * Experience obtaining approvals to fly SUAS in military or civilian airspace to include waiver applications * Experience with Ardupilot-based SUAS * Experience flying SUAS in a deployed or unfamiliar flight environment that requires detailed planning and coordination * Advanced degree in mechanical or electrical field or other relevant technical fields Education: * A High School diploma or equivalent is required Clearance Level Required: Secret - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, as required for the role. Travel Required: Up to 50%, including CONUS and occasional OCONUS support. Export Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Working Conditions: The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities. * Work may be performed in office, lab, and field environments. * Must be able to work in outdoor or austere conditions during deployments. * Occasional extended hours or weekend work to support mission requirements Work performed may be in a harsh climate and often in hazardous situations. While performing the duties of this position, one may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert or other environments. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: * Must have the ability to stoop, stand, climb, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. * Regularly required to crouch and reach to install/move equipment by bending forward at the waist or by bending legs and spine. * Involves movement between departments, floors, and worksites to facilitate work. Work Authorization Requirement: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship. Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus. Benefits: Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting. DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. #LI-HYBRID

Responsibilities

The Senior SUAS Test Operator will execute Group 2 flight missions for counter-UAS interception and offensive UAS operations, including manual control when necessary, while directing launch/recovery crews and maintaining operational authority over safety-critical decisions. This role involves performing complete mission pack-out, ensuring checklist enforcement, collecting performance metrics, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance system reliability and mission effectiveness.