Senior sUAS Remote Pilot In Command

About DZYNE

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.

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Position Title:

Senior sUAS Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC)

Location:

Irvine, CA

Work Arrangement:
On-site / Hybrid, 30-50% travel required and occasional weekend work based on business needs.

Position Summary

The Senior sUAS Remote Pilot serves as a dual-role operator with integrated responsibilities spanning RPIC authority and full system readiness ownership. The position supports Group 1 through Group 4 UAS platforms across the complete lifecycle of system employment, including research and development, test and evaluation, production validation, and operational deployment.

This position will require the RPIC to work in a very dynamic environment across a wide range of sUAS systems. The RPIC will serve in a variety of roles as part of a larger test and operational team and conduct flights across a wide range of locations domestically and internationally.

As a Senior Remote Pilot on the team the leadership of other pilots and the organized management of a team is as important as the flight knowledge and skills someone possesses. This position will not only serve as an RPIC to support testing and development of new systems but also serve as mentor and trainer for newer pilots and be responsible for planning, leading, and executing missions and test plans at the direction of the Test Director and Flight Ops teams.

Required

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Execute Ground Checkout Procedures (GCP) and Acceptance & Test Procedures (ATP) to verify aircraft readiness and system functionality.

* Support aircraft build‑up activities for test and demonstration events, ensuring compliance with engineering and safety standards.

* Conduct preflight, post‑flight, and post‑shipping inspections to confirm aircraft structural integrity, airworthiness, and proper battery charge levels.

* Set up and tear down launch and recovery equipment, ensuring correct configuration, operational integrity, and safety‑of‑flight readiness.

* Setup, troubleshoot, and resolve complex GCS and network issues during operations and deployments.

* Collaborate with flight‑test engineers to identify discrepancies, validate data, and maintain safety‑of‑flight standards.

* Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, preventive maintenance, scheduled inspections, and authorized alterations on aircraft and support equipment.

* Prepare and maintain maintenance documentation, reports, and flight release authorization forms.

* Conduct safe, legal, and compliant flight operations to support the flight test program, as well as for customer facing demonstrations and training events.

* Serve as the SME for the conduct of flight operations and the integration of the sUAS systems in development.

* Lead, train, mentor, and manage RPICs and contribute to the training and development programs for internal and external needs.

Required Skills/

Qualifications:

* 10-12 years of military/aviation experience with 3-5 years of advanced UAS flight ops with military UAS opeartions preferred.

* Strong understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance practices, and technical data for unmanned aerial systems with experience both flying and maintaining systems.

* Ability to perform inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

* Experience conducting operational checks, preflight/post flight activities, and system validation tasks.

* Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, technicians, and flight test personnel.

* Proficiency in reading and applying technical manuals, engineering drawings, and maintenance procedures.

* Strong organizational and…