FPV Test Pilot

Who we are

Neros is a defense technology company rebuilding America’s drone industrial base. We design and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are tested in combat, iterated at startup speed, and built at massive scale. Our team culture is fast, hands-on, and obsessed with closing the gap between design and deployment.

What you will be doing

• Pilot drones in flight testing, gain deep familiarity with the system and aircraft performance
• ~80% time field testing. Must have ability to travel several days in a week
• Prepare, transport, and operate drone systems and supporting equipment
• Document and collect data during tests
• Perform high volume qualification on late-stage engineering products

You should have the following

• 2 years minimum on acro drones
• Expert at acro FPV and LOS flying
• Ability to detect subtle performance issues in equipment
• Technical knowledge of UAV components
• Betaflight and ESC software
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Part 107

Nice to have

• 5+ years experience in FPV
• Blackbox analysis and PID tuning
• Professional FPV piloting experience
• CAD/drone design
• Experience with cinelifters or large FPV platforms

US Salary Range

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are considered part of Neros' total compensation package.

We’re an equal opportunity employer

We welcome all applicants without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.