UAV (RPA) Safety Pilot – Test Site

Volatus Aerospace•Vaughan, ON

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Volatus Aerospace Inc. is a global leader in aerial solutions with over 100 years of combined aviation expertise, specializing in integrating piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems. Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario, Volatus supports clients across energy, public safety, infrastructure, and defense sectors, with operations in Canada, the United States, and international markets. The company is expanding and seeking a UAV (Remotely Piloted Aircraft - RPA) Safety Pilot – Test Site to join their operations team. The Safety Pilot (SP) will be a member of the flight crew, led by the Pilot in Command (PIC), and will be the primary point of contact for flight safety related occurrences or issues during flight operations. The successful candidate will be highly skilled in drone piloting.

Requirements

Transport Canada Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Pilot Certificate – Advanced Operations
Experience flying RC multirotor RPAs in acro, attitude, and position flight modes
Restricted Operator Certificate - Aeronautical (ROC-A)
Knowledge of operating procedures and emergency procedures
Must be available: 40 hours / week
Ability to lift 50+ lbs without assistance
Valid Class G Driver License in good standing and regular access to a personal vehicle required

Nice To Haves

Experience flying heavy multirotor RPAs – 50 kg or greater
Experience flying under an SFOC or special / specific authorization for complex operations
Transport Canada RPAS Pilot Certificate – Level 1 Complex Operations
Transport Canada RPAS Flight Reviewer – Advanced Operations and/or Level 1 Complex Operations
Customer-facing demo experience
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Responsibilities

Manually pilot the new and/or modified RPA via RC for quality assurance checks and to verify proper flight control/performance
Communicate clearly and reliably with the PIC and ground crew during flight operations
Maintain visual contact with the RPA and the surrounding airspace to detect conflicting traffic or hazards during flight operations
Perform take-over procedures and manually pilot the RPA via RC as required if advised by PIC or if safety issues arise during flight operations
Assist with the deployment and setup of the RPAS
Assist with the inspection and up to Level 2 maintenance (minor repair – i.e. swapping components) of the RPAS
Assist in developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training manuals
Maintain site and operational area including landscaping and snow removal