Flight Operations Specialist 2

Salary Range: 36.5 to 42.25 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-hour-wage)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures
• Support development tests setup and site organization efforts
• Self-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• Assemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standards
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspections
• Track and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readiness
• Perform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standards
• Track and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance tools
• Coordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replacements
• Document and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for repair
• Suggest and/or implement process improvements
• Travel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipment
• Support equipment movement between flight sites and company headquarters
• A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

Qualifications

• Demonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal projects
• Strong attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset
• Comfortable managing and manipulating data and documentation
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must possess a valid state issued driver's license
• Ability to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 24 ft
• Ability to travel to flight sites around the Bay Area
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
• Moderate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest height
• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity devices
• A&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operations a plus 
• Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation

Attributes aligned with Core Values

• Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.
• Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.
• Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.
• Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.