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Fixed-Wing Test Pilot H/F

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Description de l'emploi - Fixed-Wing Test Pilot H/F


About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is a deeptech startup founded in 2024, building real-time AI for defense operations (ISR, C-UAS). Our primary clients are NATO-aligned militaries, with regular deployments during live exercises. Raised €2M pre-seed in May 2025 Products include:

  • Real-time AI ISR module deployable on drones and tactical platforms
  • Counter-UAS solution enabling autonomous drone takeover under GNSS-denied environment
  • Full-stack MLOps platform for training & deploying military-grade AI models
  • Data fusion and trajectory prediction

Position details

  • Location: France (a plus if it is in Paris region) with frequent field deployments (± 1 demo every two weeks)
  • Sector: Defense, Unmanned Aerial Systems
  • Contract: Part-time / freelance engagement, with availability required during our product demonstrations  

Role & Mission

As a Fixed-Wing Test Pilot, you will operate Alta Ares' fixed-wing drones  during development and demos. You will act as the Safety Pilot during experimental flights, ensuring mission success and platform integrity. Over time, you will also contribute to training, documentation, and continuous improvement of operational procedures.

Flight Operations

  • Operate fixed-wing UAVs during development tests and demos
  • Execute manual piloting tasks, including executing non-standard or complex takeoff and landing procedures.
  • Serve as Safety Pilot during avionics hardware and software testing, closely monitoring aircraft behavior and taking manual control when required.
  • Work with the flight-controller team to provide detailed feedback on anomalies or unexpected behavior.
  • Validate aircraft airworthiness and pre-flight checks.

Aircraft Maintenance

  • Prepare, organize, and maintain flight-test and demo equipment.
  • Routine maintenance of the UAV
  • Repairs and hardware adjustments

Candidate Profil

  • Proven experience flying fixed-wing UAVs (required).
  • Experience flying multirotor drones (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of aerodynamics, CG balancing, and basic aircraft mechanics.
  • Ability to troubleshoot propulsion systems, particularly turbines.
  • Familiarity with flight-control systems, tuning, and parameter testing.
  • Hands-on skills in maintenance and repair of UAV platforms.
  • Strong safety mindset and ability to operate under test-flight conditions.
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