FPV Pilot – Acro Line-of-Sight Specialist

<div class="content-intro"><p><img style="display: none; max-width: 100%;" src="https://click.appcast.io/greenhouse-te8/a31.png?ent=34e=22630t=1701374353806" width="1px"> <img style="display: none; max-width: 100%;" src="https://track.jobadx.com/v1/i.gif?utm_pixel=224e990b-8ff4-4287-8d5d-2ff09647f181utm_ptz=ESTutm_rqt=track" alt="" width="1"></p></div><h2>About the Team</h2> <p>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!</p> <h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <h2><strong>You’re excited about this opportunity because you will</strong></h2> <ul> <li>Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight (VLOS) environments.</li> <li>Conduct test flights, calibration routines, and performance evaluations under engineering supervision.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with systems engineers to provide high-quality, data-driven feedback on flight performance, controls tuning, and system reliability.</li> <li>Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, aircraft condition, and observed anomalies.</li> <li>Support safety and compliance processes in accordance with FAA Part 107 and internal operating procedures.</li> <li>Participate in system validation efforts involving PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink control systems.</li> <li>Contribute to iterative design reviews, prototype evaluations, and test readiness reviews.</li> </ul> <h2><strong>We’re excited about you because you have</strong></h2> <ul> <li>FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required; will be verified).</li> <li>100+ hours of logged FPV flight time.</li> <li>1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight (no goggles).</li> <li>Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations (required).</li> <li>Proven FPV flying background and ability to demonstrate control precision in manual (acro) mode.</li> <li>Working knowledge of FAA small UAS regulations and operational best practices.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and ability to translate flight behavior into engineering insights.</li> <li>Strong situational awareness and adherence to test-site safety standards.</li> <li>Valid U.S. drivers license required and a successful completion of MVR required</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft operations (huge plus).</li> <li>Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink.</li> <li>Technical background in UAS systems, aerodynamics, or flight controls integration.</li> <li>Ability to record and share video footage of recent acro line-of-sight FPV flights for evaluation.</li> <li>Previous work in structured flight test environments or RD programs.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 500;">Notice to Applicants for Jobs Located in NYC or Remote Jobs Associated With Office in NYC Only</p> <p>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 <a href="https://getcovey.com/product/covey-scout-inbound">Covey Sco ... (truncated, view full listing at source)