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Flight Operations Support Specialist

Pivotal
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/23/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/22/2025

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.



Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in 2025


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Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with u


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Responsibilit

  • iesResponsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition syst
  • emsUse mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtu
  • resSupport development tests setup and site organization effo
  • rtsSelf-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all w
  • orkAssemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standa
  • rdsPerform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspecti
  • onsTrack and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readin
  • essPerform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standa
  • rdsTrack and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance to
  • olsCoordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replaceme
  • ntsDocument and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for rep
  • airSuggest and/or implement process improveme
  • ntsTravel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipm
  • entSupport equipment movement between flight sites and company headquart
  • ersA flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/w


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Qualificat

  • ionsDemonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal proj
  • ectsA&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operat
  • ionsStrong attention to detail and safety-oriented min
  • dsetComfortable managing and manipulating data and documenta
  • tionMust have a high school diploma, GED or equiva
  • lentMust possess a valid state issued driver's lic
  • enseAbility to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 2
  • 4 ftAbility to travel to flight sites around the Bay
  • AreaAbility to stand for extended per
  • iodsAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather condit
  • ionsModerate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest he
  • ightComputer experience for input and retrieval of


data
Preferred Qualifica

  • tionsFamiliarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity de
  • vicesInterest in RC planes, quadcopters, or avi


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Personal Attr

  • ibutesThrive in a fast-moving, stimulating, and collaborative team envir
  • onmentResourceful, curious, never satisfied with the stat
  • us quoStrong work ethic, organized, detail-oriented, and able to mul
  • titaskAlways thinking about how to increase efficiency and improve pro
  • cessesProactive about solving problems and suggesting sol
  • utionsStrong work ethic and detail-or
  • ientedLove for learning and being chal


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Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Al


to, CA.
Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401


k plans.
Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and busin


ess need.

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