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Aston Carter

FPV Pilot - Arco Line-of-Sight Specialist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.00 - $40.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
hospital insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Health spending account
transportation benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Aston Carter is a leading provider of corporate talent solutions recognized globally for its expertise in specialized industries including accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and select administrative professions. With a presence across the United States, Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter extends its recruitment capabilities to many of the Fortune 500 companies, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of their clients with agility and excellence. Known for its deep industry knowledge, expansive network, and commitment to diversity, Aston Carter prides itself on being a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • 100+ hours of logged FPV flight time
  • 1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight
  • Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations
  • Proven FPV flying experience and ability to demonstrate control precision in manual mode
  • Working knowledge of FAA small UAS regulations and operational best practices
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong situational awareness and adherence to safety standards

Job Qualifications

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • 100+ hours of logged FPV flight time
  • 1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight
  • Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations
  • Proven FPV flying experience and ability to demonstrate control precision in manual 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
  • Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft operations
  • Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink
  • Experience 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 R&D programs

Job Duties

  • Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight 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

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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