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UAV Pilot (Conventional Fixed-Wing Aircraft)
380005 Ahmedabad
Cligent Aerospace
Posted 3 days ago
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Position: UAV Pilot (Conventional Fixed-Wing Aircraft)
Experience: 0–3 Years (Freshers with relevant hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.)
Location: Ahmedabad/Gandhinagar
Employment Type: Full-Time
We are looking for a UAV pilot (conventional fixed-wing aircraft) to conduct flight testing, evaluation, and validation of conventional fixed-wing unmanned aircraft. This is not a commercial airline pilot role . The ideal candidate should have practical experience in flying fixed-wing UAVs, understanding flight dynamics, and supporting flight test operations.
- Conduct flight testing of conventional fixed-wing UAVs in accordance with test plans.
- Perform pre-flight inspections, system checks, and post-flight debriefs.
- Execute manual and autonomous flight missions.
- Monitor aircraft performance and identify anomalies during flight tests.
- Maintain accurate flight logs and test reports.
- Coordinate with design, avionics, and software engineering teams during development and testing.
- Ensure compliance with safety procedures and operational guidelines.
- Assist in troubleshooting and validating design improvements.
- Diploma/Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electronics, aviation, or a related field.
- Freshers with demonstrable hands-on experience in fixed-wing UAV operations are welcome.
- Experience flying conventional fixed-wing UAVs through academic projects, internships, research labs, defense projects, UAV clubs, or competitions.
- Good understanding of:
- Flight dynamics and aircraft stability
- Flight planning and mission execution
- UAV safety procedures
- RC aircraft operations and ground control stations
- Ability to interpret flight data and support test analysis.
- Experience with Pixhawk, ArduPilot, PX4, or similar autopilot systems.
- Familiarity with Mission Planner or QGroundControl.
- Knowledge of telemetry systems and UAV communication links.
- Experience with flight testing, aircraft assembly, and troubleshooting.
- Basic understanding of aviation regulations for UAV operations.
- Passionate about UAV flight testing and aircraft development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Comfortable working in outdoor test environments.
- Willingness to travel for flight trials when required.
- Safety-conscious with attention to detail.
- This position is for a UAV test pilot involved in testing and development of conventional fixed-wing unmanned aircraft . It is not a commercial pilot or airline pilot role. Candidates with practical fixed-wing UAV flying experience through projects, competitions, internships, or research are encouraged to apply, even if they are fresh graduates.
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