UAV Ground Control Station Operator

Imagine this… You're on the front line of high-stakes UAV missions, toggling between cutting-edge ground control stations, real-time telemetry data, and adrenaline-fueled flight ops. You’re not just pushing buttons—you’re orchestrating an aerial symphony where every signal, every move, and every second counts.

At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission-critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You’ll Do

System Setup

• Gain proficiency in GCS operation and workflows.
• Flash firmware and extract telemetry logs from UAVs post-flight.
• Set up and calibrate Ground Control Stations, including telemetry and video antennas.

Mission Planning and Execution

• Collaborate with the R&D team to understand mission plans and requirements.
• Perform thorough pre-flight checklists with the safety pilot, ensuring all systems are operational.
• Develop and configure flight plans and mission parameters based on test or operational requirements in coordination with engineering and operations teams.
• Perform in-flight tuning of autopilot parameters (e.g., gain adjustments) to optimize UAV performance and stability during dynamic flight conditions.
• Analyze flight test areas and weather conditions to plan operations effectively.
• Provide position updates, flight intentions, and conflict resolution notifications to relevant airspace users or authorities.
• Participate in occasional site missions, lasting 5 to 15 days, primarily in Western Ukraine.

Reporting

• Analyze recorded flight telemetry data to identify anomalies, validate performance, and generate reports for engineering and flight teams.
• Prepare detailed test and flight reports, including mission objectives, pre-flight preparations, telemetry data analysis, anomalies encountered, and corrective actions implemented.
• Ensure reports are clear, accurate, and actionable to support system improvements with R&D and compliance with safety and operational standards.

Flight Operations and Monitoring

• Operate the UAV during missions, closely monitoring its behavior and performance.
• Operate and monitor multiple UAVs in real time using ground control station (GCS) software, ensuring proper flight coordination and situational awareness.
• Track telemetry, payload status, and mission-critical system data during flight to ensure operational success and safety.
• Support emergency operations alongside the safety pilot

System Testing and Maintenance

• Conduct regular system tests to ensure safety and operational readiness.
• Operate UAV launch mechanisms, such as catapults.
• Perform hands-on tasks, including equipment setup and maintenance.

What You’ll Need

• Engineering background with experience in UAV operations.   
• Previous exposure to flight planning and mission execution.   
• Technical knowledge in GCS systems, telemetry analysis, and UAV troubleshooting.   
• An innovative, proactive, and resourceful individual with strong resilience and flexibility.   
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working in multidisciplinary teams. 
• Air band radio operation proficiency and knowledge of aviation communication protocols.  
• Familiarity with UAV software, hardware, and telemetry systems.   
• Familiarity with safety protocols and risk management related to UAV operations (experience with SORA would be greatly valued)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.   
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols accurately.   
• Physical capability to lift equipment and perform manual setup tasks.  
• Fluent in English. 

Who You Are

You thrive in a fast-paced environment where innovation moves at lightning speed. When others see obstacles, you see opportunities. You love autonomy, figuring things out, and taking ownership of challenges. You’re flexible, adaptable, and resilient—even when conditions are rough or remote. You're a communicator, a team player, and someone who finds calm in chaos.

Why Join Us?

✨ The Thrill of the Future – Work on cutting-edge projects that redefine aerospace.
✨ Global Innovation Hub – Collaborate with top engineers from all over the world.
✨ Fast-Paced & High-Growth – Experience the rush of working in a rapidly expanding company.
✨ Real Impact – Your work won’t be theoretical—it will shape the future of flight.

Destinus is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and our teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability status.

🚀 Destinus – Challenge the limits of time, space, and human potential.