UAS Test Pilot

Job Description

Job Description

Who is Flock?

Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.

We’re a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. It’s intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.

With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, we’re scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.

The Opportunity

Flock Safety is seeking an experienced and passionate UAS Test Pilot to join our team dedicated to advancing Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in testing hardware, piloting drones, and supporting logistics, to enhance our DFR capabilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology that saves lives and improves public safety.

This position is an on-site position in our facilities located in West Lafayette, Indiana and will require up to 25% domestic travel. The UAS Test Pilot will be an individual contributor responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our drone systems, and providing critical insights and improvements for our technology.

The Skillset

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate : Required to operate drones for commercial purposes.

Knowledgeable in FAA Regulations and Safety Protocols : Understanding of the legal and safety requirements for drone operations.

Experience in Drone Operations : Preferably in experimental UAS development, and proficient in piloting various drone models with a strong understanding of UAV technology.

Experience with Drone Hardware and Software Testing : Proficient in diagnostics, troubleshooting, and evaluation of drone systems.

Strong Problem-Solving Skills and Attention to Detail : Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.

Effective Communicator : Ability to convey technical information clearly to various stakeholders.

Physical Stamina : Ability to stand and be on your feet for extended periods during testing, field operations, and maintenance tasks. Capable of lifting and transporting equipment and hardware weighing up to 55 lbs.

Travel and Outdoor Work : Ability to travel as required for testing, training, and operational missions (estimated 25% travel). Ability to work outdoors over 70% of the time.

Independent and Collaborative Work : Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a startup team environment.

Customer-Focused Mindset : Ability to support internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.

90 Days at Flock

We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90-day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.

The First 30 Days

Meet the team you will be working with and learn about the safety procedures and flight testing environment for your location

Review current standard testing procedures and documentation

Learn about current equipment, aircraft, and systems

Demonstrate UAS piloting capabilities and become a confident Pilot in Command with Flock aircraft

The First 60 Days

Begin effectively communicating test results to team members and other stakeholders

Display appropriate problem solving and risk management skills

Reflect on any needs for professional development to improve your performance as a test pilot and outline how to make those improvements

90 Days & Beyond

Contribute more broadly to testing write ups, and be confident in your ability to generate reports based on longer term accrued testing data

Contribute continuously to the testing and evaluation of aircraft while following standard procedures

Salary & Equity

In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary between $70,800 and $97,350 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.

The Perks

🌴 Flexible PTO : We seriously mean it, plus 11 company holidays.

⚕️ Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees : including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.

👪 Family Leave : All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.

🍼 Fertility & Family Benefits : We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.

🧠 Spring Health : Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, and digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.

💖 Caregiver Support : We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support

💸 Carta Tax Advisor : Employees receive 1 : 1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.

💚 ERGs : We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer three ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.

💻WFH Stipend : $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.

📚Productivity Stipend : $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo, Grammarly and so much more.

🏠Home Office Stipend : A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.

Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at recruiting@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.

At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education / training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.

Compensation Range : $70.8K - $97.4K