Internship Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Pilot
Central Garden & Pet
Daytona Beach, FL
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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Intern
LOCATION
Daytona Beach, FL
POSTED
10 days ago
Description
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking two skilled and motivated Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)Remote Pilots to lead aerial operations using large-scale UAS and sUAS drones for agricultural applications, including crop spraying, mapping, and imagery collection. This is a hands-on, field-based internship out of our Daytona Beach, FL location. Your primary responsibility will be the safe, efficient, and effective flight testing of advanced drone systems in support of aircraft production from Central UAS Technologies manufacturing. You will build strong relationships with both our software and hardware engineering teams.
Central UAS Technologies, a vertical of Central Life Sciences, is dedicated to the creation of uncrewed aerial systems which have a direct positive impact on agriculture, forestry, noxious weed and public health. Our parent company is Central Garden & Pet (NASDAQ: CENT and CENTA). Please visit our websites at www.centraluastech.com; www.centrallifesciences.com; www.central.com
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) test pilot, you will be responsible for all tasks associated with performing UAS Missions/Flights - such as:
- Primary focus on flight testing production units
- Working with software and hardware engineers to perform flight tests on new feature releases
- Provide regression testing on new software releases
- Maintain detailed notes and reporting on software “bugs”
- Coordinate flight testing with R&D team
- When available, provide application services assistance for contract application services
- Provide Visual Observer services to other RPICs
- Loading UAS with water/payload for flight testing
- Understand and provide manufacturing assembly when available, building large scale UAS from documented processes
- Diagnose, repair, and test UAS that are received for service
- Field work to support UAS application operations
QUALIFICATIONS
- FAA CFR Part 107 UAS pilot certificate
- Drone piloting proficiencies with 50-100 hours of experience in verifiable flight time - fixed wing, rotor, or multirotor
- Ability to operate and handle a truck and trailer
- A valid U.S. state Driver’s License
- Be able to attain the required aerial applicator license and any other license required by Federal and State of Florida legislation
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
- 3+ years of related experience
- Prior experience operating sUAS
- Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) such as QGIS
- Be able to lift 100 pounds with teammate assistance
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- This position is based primarily outside in all types of weather and uneven terrain
- Applicants must be able to work around and safely handle pesticides according to product labeling
- Physical requirements: Standing, sitting, walking and climbing on unlevel or grassy terrain, reaching. Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs. on a frequent basis with co-worker assistance
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite applications and software
- Strong teamworking skills through collaborative problem solving
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,400 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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