Flight Testing Ground Crew
via Ashby
About this role
ABOUT THE ROLE
We build long-endurance, fixed-wing UAVs and run a continuous flight-test campaign. We need a hands-on flight testing technician to support daily flight operations, prepare and maintain aircraft, troubleshoot issues, and ensure every test sortie is executed safely and reliably.
You'll work closely with UAV pilots and the engineering team across multiple airframes and field test sites.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Perform pre-flight and post-flight checks across airframe, propulsion and avionics
- Assist with aircraft assembly, launch, recovery, and ground handling
- Support flight-test operations and ground-station activities
- Troubleshoot mechanical, and avionics issues at the field
- Perform basic repairs, part replacements and soldering work…
What we'd score you on
reqspace match rubricFive dimensions, recruiter-grade. Upload your resume and we'll generate a written explanation of where you fit and where the gaps are.
1
Skills match
We compare your skills against the role requirements.
2
Level fit
We check your title trajectory against the seniority signal of the role.
3
Domain experience
Your work in the role's domain matters more than your years total. We weight recent and direct experience.
4
Recency
A skill you used last quarter weighs more than one from five years ago. We grade on recency, not lifetime.
5
Location fit
This role is based in a specific location. We weight your proximity and willingness to relocate.
Score yourself on this role.
Free · no card · written explanation included