FPV Pilot – Acro Line-of-Sight Specialist

About the Team DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last-mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying autonomous aviation technologies in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you! About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled FPV Pilot with advanced acro mode flight experience for visual line-of-sight operations (no goggles). This role focuses on hands-on drone testing and evaluation to support the development of next-generation UAS technologies. You’ll work closely with systems and flight engineers to provide actionable flight data and feedback that drive design improvements and system reliability. This position is fully on-site at our Bay Point, California test facility. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You’re excited about this opportunity because you will Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight (VLOS) environments. Conduct test flights, calibration routines, and performance evaluations under engineering supervision. Collaborate closely with systems engineers to provide high-quality, data-driven feedback on flight performance, controls tuning, and system reliability. Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, aircraft condition, and observed anomalies. Support safety and compliance processes in accordance with FAA Part 107 and internal operating procedures. Participate in system validation efforts involving PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink control systems. Contribute to iterative design reviews, prototype evaluations, and test readiness reviews. We’re excited about you because you have FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required; will be verified). 100+ hours of logged FPV flight time. 1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight (no goggles). Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations (required). Proven FPV flying background and ability to demonstrate control precision in manual (acro) mode. Working knowledge of FAA small UAS regulations and operational best practices. Excellent communication skills and ability to translate flight behavior into engineering insights. Strong situational awareness and adherence to test-site safety standards. Valid U.S. drivers license required and a successful completion of MVR required Preferred Qualifications Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft operations (huge plus). Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink. Technical background in UAS systems, aerodynamics, or flight controls integration. Ability to record and share video footage of recent acro line-of-sight FPV flights for evaluation. Previous work in structured flight test environments or RD programs. Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only We use Covey as part of our hiring and/or promotional process for jobs in NYC and certain features may qualify it as an AEDT in NYC. As part of the hiring and/or promotion process, we provide Covey with job requirements and candidate submitted applications. We began using Covey Scout for Inbound from August 21, 2023, through December 21, 2023, and resumed using Covey Scout for Inbound again on June 29, 2024. The Covey tool has been reviewed by an independent auditor. Results of the audit may be viewed here: Covey Compensation Actual compensation within the pay range listed below will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location. Base salary is localized according to employee work location. DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time ... (truncated, view full listing at source)