UAV Pilot (All India)

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

Airbound seeks a UAV Pilot to operate its hybrid VTOL drones for delivery missions across India. The role includes full flight‑cycle checks, regulatory compliance, coordination with ground teams, and continuous improvement of SOPs.

Role Snapshot

• Operate hybrid VTOL UAVs
• Perform pre‑flight, in‑flight, post‑flight checks
• Ensure DGCA and internal safety compliance
• Maintain flight logs and maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with ground teams, ATC and partners
• Monitor weather and assist flight planning
• Troubleshoot UAVs and ground control stations
• Train and mentor new drone pilots

Must-Have Requirements

• UAV operation
• DGCA regulatory compliance
• Pre‑flight/in‑flight/post‑flight inspection
• Flight log maintenance
• Ground control station troubleshooting
• Regulatory compliance
• B.Tech or B.E. in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, or related engineering

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Flight planning & weather analysis
• Pilot training & mentorship
• Mechanical/electrical UAV troubleshooting
• Flight planning
• Pilot training

Work Setup

• Location: Bangalore, India
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Timezone: India Standard Time
• Relocation: Relocation assistance provided
• Travel: Field deployment across client sites in India (Guntur, AP; Electronic City, BLR; Hoskote, Bangalore)
• Employment type: Full-Time
• Shift: Alternate Saturdays

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Security clearance
• Background check
• Exact notice period
• Specific certification requirement

What You'll Likely Work On

• Operate Airbound’s indigenous hybrid VTOL UAV fleet for delivery missions and test flights
• Conduct detailed pre‑flight, in‑flight, and post‑flight checks
• Execute missions in compliance with DGCA regulations and internal safety protocols
• Maintain accurate flight logs, incident reports, and aircraft maintenance schedules
• Coordinate with ground teams, external partners, and ATC authorities
• Monitor weather conditions and assist in flight planning
• Perform basic field troubleshooting of UAVs and ground control stations
• Assist in training and mentoring new drone pilots as the program scales
• Contribute to continuous improvement of SOPs and operational workflows
• Support aircraft integration and customer demos as needed

Good Fit If You Have

• Fresh graduates with a passion for aviation and desire to become certified UAV pilots
• B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical or related engineering
• Willingness to work field deployments across multiple Indian sites
• Comfort with alternate Saturday work schedule and on‑site presence
• Data‑driven mindset and strong execution bias