Senior UAS Flight Test & Operations Engineer

Role: UAS Flight Operations Engineer II responsible for planning, executing, and managing long-range BVLOS UAV missions with a focus on fixed-wing platforms. Objectives include ensuring regulatory compliance, developing operational procedures, and conducting flight testing to advance the drone platform from prototypes to reliable field operations. Responsibilities encompass leading flight test campaigns, managing waiver strategies (FAA Part 107, COA), real-time mission monitoring, analyzing flight logs, and coordinating atmospheric data integration. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's in aerospace, aviation, or atmospheric science, with 3-5 years of UAV flight experience, including hands-on fixed-wing operation, and FAA Part 107 certification. Preferred skills include experience with ArduPilot systems, long-range RF management, and international UAS regulations. High-value specifics involve BVLOS operations, regulatory compliance across different jurisdictions, and field campaigns in remote or international environments. The position is based in Boulder, CO, with a focus on operational excellence in complex international settings, bridging engineering development with real-world application.