Appsierra
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You’ll own the drone fleet from airframe and firmware through flight operations and post-flight data.
We’re recruiting a Drone Operator / PX4 Engineer who can build aircraft, modify and compile PX4, ArduPilot, plan autonomous missions, fly tests, and troubleshoot aircraft in the field.
This is a hands-on, full-time role based in Minden, Nevada, with frequent testing throughout the U.S.
Compensation: 100-120K/year + up to 1% equity (100M Valuation) + all food and necessary tools required all covered.
This is a hands-on technical and flight role involving drone construction, PX4, ArduPilot development, autonomous mission planning, field repairs, and live testing. You’ll own the drone fleet from airframe and firmware through flight operations and post-flight data.
Build, wire, solder, repair, and maintain drones
Configure and tune flight controllers using ArduPilot and Mission Planner
Modify, compile, and flash PX4 and ArduPilot source code for custom flight behaviors
Plan and execute repeatable autonomous flight missions
Serve as Pilot in Command during field tests and customer demonstrations
Manage batteries, radios, ground stations, parts, and field equipment
Troubleshoot and repair aircraft in the field
Analyze flight logs and provide test data to engineers
Travel to testing locations throughout the U.S.
Advanced PX4 ArduPilot and Mission Planner experience
Ability to read, modify, compile, and flash the ArduPilot codebase
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Strong soldering, wiring, ESC, motor, power, and RF knowledge
Expert manual and autonomous flight experience
Strong field troubleshooting and repair skills
Must qualify as a U.S. Person under ITAR requirements
INAV, Betaflight, Python, C++, FPV, fixed-wing aircraft, and previous military or commercial UAS operations experience.
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