Test Pilot
Posted Jun 8 · 0 applicants
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The role in plain words
This role involves executing UAV flight-test activities across development, validation, and customer demonstration phases. The selected candidate will prepare drone platforms for testing, perform pre-flight inspections, and handle routine maintenance and basic repairs in field environments.
- Valid drone pilot license for UAVs up to 25 kg
- DJI drone platform operation
- Autel drone platform operation
- FPV/racing drone platform operation
- Technical understanding of UAV systems
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Who this suits
This role suits licensed drone pilots with hands-on experience operating DJI, Autel, and FPV/racing drones up to 25 kg. It is less ideal for those without technical troubleshooting skills or field-testing experience.
Full job description
Original listing · kept for referenceKela is a defense technology startup pioneering next-generation command-and-control and data infrastructure systems. We empower defense organizations with robust, scalable, and secure platforms that integrate diverse sensors and AI to deliver real-time battlefield intelligence. Backed by leading investors, Kela combines Israeli innovation with global mission impact. We are looking for a skilled, hands-on Test Pilot to join our Mission Ops team and lead UAV flight-test activities across development, validation, and customer demonstration phases. The role is ideal for an experienced drone operator with strong field capabilities, technical understanding, and proven experience flying DJI, Autel, and especially FPV/racing drone platforms. Responsibilities: • Execute UAV flight-test activities across development, validation, and customer demonstration phases, operating DJI, Autel, and FPV/racing drone platforms in field environments • Prepare drone platforms for testing, including firmware, payloads, communication links, sensor calibration, system configuration, and pre-flight inspections • Perform routine maintenance, basic repairs, component replacement, inventory management, and spare-parts coordination to ensure operational readiness
Requirements: • Valid drone pilot license for UAVs up to 25 kg — mandatory • Proven hands-on experience operating DJI, Autel, and FPV/racing drones • Technical understanding of UAV systems • Experience preparing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing drones in field environments
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- Valid drone pilot license for UAVs up to 25 kg, DJI drone platform operation, Autel drone platform operation, FPV/racing drone platform operation, Technical understanding of UAV systems