# UAV Test Pilot / Drone Operator (m/w/d) at Autonomous Teaming

> Germany · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/personio%3Aautonomous-teaming%3A2488398 (read 2026-11-09).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Autonomous Teaming](https://alderhq.app/companies/autonomous-teaming)
- Location text: Munich (DEU)
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Germany (evidence: "Location: Munich (DEU)")
- Posted: 2026-01-13 (300 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-04 · last verified: 2026-11-07
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://autonomous-teaming.jobs.personio.de/job/2488398

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: not posted
- Market band for similar posted roles (Munich, n 47): p25 €50k, median €75k, p75 €149k

## Description (the employer's text)

### What we offer

- Work in an international, agile team creating the future of autonomous systems
- Grow your career in a expanding and ambitious engineering team
- Build innovative products using state-of-the-art technologies in AI, robotics, and autonomy
- Benefit from a steep learning curve and continuous development
- Enjoy team events and a strong, collaborative culture
### Your mission

- Conduct manual UAV test flights in real-world and controlled environments to validate performance, reliability, and safety
- Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) during test missions, ensuring safe and compliant flight operations
- Monitor and interpret telemetry, sensor data, and flight parameters in real time to support engineering and testing teams
- Perform comprehensive pre-flight inspections, system checks, and diagnostics to ensure airworthiness prior to takeoff
- Execute and adhere to safety protocols, emergency procedures, and contingency plans during all flight operations
- Support post-flight data collection, logging, and debriefs, providing actionable feedback to improve UAV systems
- Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, airspace constraints, and operational limitations throughout test activities
- Collaborate closely with engineers to validate new features, flight modes, and software updates
### Your profile

### Valid UAV pilot license (FAA Part 107, EASA drone license, or equivalent) — required

### Proven, hands-on experience flying UAVs in real operational environments

- Strong manual piloting skills and demonstrated flight hours on multirotor and/or fixed-wing drones
- Solid understanding of UAV flight dynamics, safety procedures, and operational risk management
- Ability to operate drones safely in complex or non-standard scenarios
- Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
- Formal degree not required; practical flight experience is the priority
### Nice to have

- Experience with flight testing, experimental platforms, or prototype UAVs
- Hands-on experience with ground control and mission planning software (QGroundControl, PX4 / ArduPilot Mission Planner...)
- Background in aerospace, robotics, avionics, or embedded systems
- Experience operating UAVs in BVLOS, industrial inspection, or R&D environments
- Familiarity with autonomous flight modes, failsafe behaviors, and system redundancy concepts
### What else

- Intrinsic motivation, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving mindset
- Creative thinker with a structured and systematic approach
- Humble and collaborative — prioritizes collective success over individual recognition
- High ethical standards and disciplined work ethic
- Extra-curricular leadership or achievements are a bonus
- Fluent in English
- Nationality of a NATO member nation or close ally is required
- Successful candidates will be required to obtain security clearance

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