Senior SUAS Test Operator at DZYNE Technologies LLC. – Irvine, California

DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.

We’re growing fast, and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you’ll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member’s success.

Ready to do work that matters? Join us.

Position Title: Senior sUAS Test Operator

Location: Irvine CA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid. This role includes a mix of on site presence for training events, evaluations, test events, with remote flexibility for administrative and planning tasks.

This position will be filled with a highly motivated Senior Small UAS Test Pilot with a passion for developmental flight test and improving system capabilities. Senior UAS Test Pilot candidates must be able to safely manage and conduct the operation of developmental small unmanned aerial system (UAS) platforms. This position is highly flexible and requires a high degree of competence. Candidates must be able to operate in environments that do not have fully developed documentation and training courses and be able to develop them throughout all stages of the development cycle. Candidates must have the ability to create, review, edit, and publish crew training documentation, checklists, operations manuals, and other documents required to fulfill contract requirements. This role supports kinetic intercept operations, offensive UAS mission execution, and target engagement scenarios while managing all mission preparation, system configuration, equipment pack-out, and checklist enforcement. The position collaborates with engineering teams to improve system performance, develops compliant operational documentation, ensures proper geofence programming, and contributes to FAA regulatory adherence under Part 107 and COA frameworks. Fluency with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and similar computer applications is essential to fulfill this role. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with team members, management, and customers in both written and verbal form. CONUS development flight test and intermittent OCONUS operations are to be expected.

• Maintain a high degree of professionalism including punctuality and accountability
• Current FAA SUAS Remote Pilot Certificate
• 100 hours (or at least one year) of relevant SUAS flight experience while acting as Remote Pilot in Command
• Five years of relevant work related to UAS flight operations, or equivalent
• Must demonstrate extensive understanding of UAS and aeronautical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Must have excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to efficiently collaborate with aircrew, management, civilian and government customers, and contractors
• Must be fluent with Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat for documentation development
• Must be able to work both independently and lead in a team environment.
• Must be willing to work extended or non-traditional hours when required.
• Must have a team-first attitude and drive for system success.
• Ability to support five (5) complete on-site workdays per week during CONUS test and flight operations
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision and management for the benefit of the company, program, or employee(s)

Education:

Clearance Level Required: Secret - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance, as required for the role.

Travel Required: Up to 50%, including CONUS and occasional OCONUS support.

Export Control / ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information and technology subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms

Working Conditions:

The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment, to warehouse and other facilities.

Work performed may be in a harsh climate and often in hazardous situations. While performing the duties of this position, one may regularly be exposed to extreme and austere desert or other environments.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employment visa sponsorship.

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000

Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.

Our benefits are DZYNE’ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE offers a comprehensive healthcare benefits package. Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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