UAV Pilot & Flight Operations Intern at a fast-growing deep-tech start-up developing software for UAV situational awareness in military applications.
Responsibilities
Pilot and operate UAV platforms in test and R&D environments.
Support flight operations across multiple platform types, including FPV drones, multirotor systems such as the Holybro X650, fixed-wing UAVs.
Ensure platforms are flight-ready at all times through structured pre-flight, post-flight, and maintenance routines.
Perform system checks on airframes, propulsion systems, power systems, RC links, telemetry, payloads, and onboard compute.
Prepare platforms for test days by charging batteries, checking logs, verifying configurations, updating firmware where needed, and confirming component health.
Troubleshoot flight readiness issues quickly and methodically.
Help maintain and improve standard operating procedures for flight preparation, field deployment, and recovery.
Assist with setup and tuning of flight controllers such as ArduPilot, Betaflight and related ground control workflows.
Work hands-on with onboard systems including compute boards such as Jetson, Orange Pi, and associated sensors.
Support deployment and field testing of embedded perception and autonomy software.
Solder, assemble, repair, and prototype wiring, adapters, mounts, and housings when needed.
3D-print parts and contribute to practical workshop solutions that improve reliability and ease of deployment.
Participate in outdoor test campaigns, collect observations, and communicate technical issues clearly with the engineering team.
Help keep our platforms organized, maintained, documented, and ready for rapid iteration.
Requirements
Enrolled in a relevant study program (Aerospace, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or similar)
Basic Linux skills
Strong interest in UAVs, flight operations, robotics, embedded systems, or autonomy
English proficiency
Organized and proactive working style
Benefits
10 vacation days during the internship period
Flexible working hours and the option to work from home 2 days per week where practical
A direct and significant influence on highly innovative products
The opportunity to work close to the hardware and the product, with fast iteration and tight feedback loops
Responsibility over the systems and improvements you contribute to
A team environment where practical experimentation, learning, and ownership are expected
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