About the Team DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last-mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying autonomous aviation technologies in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you! About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled FPV Pilot with advanced acro mode flight experience for visual line-of-sight operations (no goggles). This role focuses on hands-on drone testing and evaluation to support the development of next-generation UAS technologies. You’ll work closely with systems and flight engineers to provide actionable flight data and feedback that drive design improvements and system reliability. This position is fully on-site at our Bay Point, California test facility. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You’re excited about this opportunity because you will... Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight (VLOS) environments. Conduct test flights, calibration routines, and performance evaluations under engineering supervision. Collaborate closely with systems engineers to provide high-quality, data-driven feedback on flight performance, controls tuning, and system reliability. Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, aircraft condition, and observed anomalies. Support safety and compliance processes in accordance with FAA Part 107 and internal operating procedures. Participate in system validation efforts involving PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink control systems. Contribute to iterative design reviews, prototype evaluations, and test readiness reviews. We’re excited about you because you have... FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required; will be verified). 100+ hours of logged FPV flight time. 1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight (no goggles). Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations (required). P
UAS Flight Test Operator (I&II) - DoorDash Air
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About the Team DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last-mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying autonomous aviation technologies in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you! About the Role In this role as a UAS Flight Test Operator I/II, you’ll be part of a hands-on field testing team supporting flight validation of new drone platforms. You’ll work closely with engineering and flight leads to execute test flights safely, efficiently, and with precision—helping shape the future of autonomous aerial systems. You will be reporting to the Flight Test Lead. Execute structured drone test flights in both manual and autonomous modes, adjusting flight parameters in real time based on evolving test plans and feedback. Support daily test readiness by performing pre- and post-fligh
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We’re excited about you because… You’re Certified: You hold a Part 107 certification and have logged over 100+ flight hours in varied environments and have experience flying FPV/Acro Mode; FAA certification is a “required qualification”: We collect FAA certification details solely to confirm eligibility for this position You Know the Airspace: You understand FAA regulations, operational risk, and best practices for safe and compliant drone flight; Because this position requires an active FAA certificate, we’ll need to verify your license through the FAA Airmen Inquiry system during the interview process; You will be required to provide your FAA certificate number so we can confirm your credentials
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