What are the responsibilities and job description for the UAV Flight Operations Specialist position at Triton Systems, Inc.?
UAV Flight Operations Specialist
Triton Systems, Inc. (Triton) was founded in 1992 as a leading applied research and development company dedicated to creating products and processes for the US government and commercial markets. Since then, we have evolved into an integrated applied R&D and product development firm with a technology venturing arm and a global expertise in myriad of markets. Our team excels at creating and applying innovation to meet our customer's toughest requirements - with the desired results - all within the essential time needed.
Triton Systems is developing an innovative fixed-wing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and requires help with field operations during flight testing. We are seeking a Flight Operations Specialist to support our experienced in-house development and flight test team. Candidates must have significant experience flying radio controlled fixed-wing aircraft, powered or gliders. Most work will involve supporting ground operations, but flying the UAV is possible depending on prior experience and skill level. The work is part-time, and work schedules are contingent upon aircraft readiness for test and weather, so schedule flexibility is necessary. Our program will run for about 5 months with testing planned through March 2025, so a willingness to work outdoors during the winter is necessary. Additional work may be available for candidates with experience building high-performance RC aircraft.
The ideal candidate will be able to:
- Candidates must have significant experience flying radio controlled fixed-wing aircraft, powered or gliders.
- This role will involve supporting ground operations
- flying the UAV is possible depending on prior experience and skill level
- Our program will run for about 5 months with testing planned through March 2025
- Additional work may be available for candidates with experience building high-performance RC aircraft.
- work schedules are contingent upon aircraft readiness for test and weather, so schedule flexibility is necessary
Qualifications:
- Ability to operate a UAV remotely.
- Candidates must have significant experience flying radio controlled fixed-wing aircraft, powered or gliders.
- Have experience as a flight test remote operator.
- Working outdoors during the winter may be necessary.
Due to the nature of our business and information associated with this position, interested candidates must be US Citizens and may be subject to a security investigation.
Come join our success and grow with the strength of these fascinating new technologies. We are looking for individuals with confidence and the right stuff. We offer a competitive salary with full benefits package.
Triton Systems' Headquarters is located in Chelmsford, Massachusetts.