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Remote Helicopter Flight Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Joby Aviation

Flight Research Remote Pilot

Yuma, AZ · Remote

$91K - $125K/yr

Act as the remote pilot in command for various R&D aircraft platforms * Conduct preflight planning ... Flight test engineering * UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107

Joby Aviation

Flight Research Remote Pilot

Yuma, AZ · Remote

$91K - $125K/yr

Act as the remote pilot in command for various R&D aircraft platforms * Conduct preflight planning ... Flight test engineering * UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107

Curtisswright

Sr. Manager, Business Development

Tempe, AZ · On-site +1

$150K - $217K/yr

US-AZ (remote) Salary: $150,000 to $217,600 + bonus opportunity Please note that the salary range ... Strong experience in selling highly engineered components to Tier 1 system integrators. * Good ...

Curtiss-Wright

Sr. Manager, Business Development

Tempe, AZ · On-site +1

$150K - $217K/yr

US-AZ (remote) Salary: $150,000 to $217,600 + bonus opportunity Please note that the salary range ... Strong experience in selling highly engineered components to Tier 1 system integrators. * Good ...

Curtiss-Wright

Sr. Manager, Business Development

Tempe, AZ · On-site +1

$150K - $217K/yr

US-AZ (remote) Salary: $150,000 to $217,600 + bonus opportunity Please note that the salary range ... Strong experience in selling highly engineered components to Tier 1 system integrators. * Good ...

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What is the difference between Remote Helicopter Flight Engineer vs Remote Drone Pilot?

AspectRemote Helicopter Flight EngineerRemote Drone Pilot
CertificationsFAA Rotorcraft Certifications, Flight Engineer LicensePart 107 Certification, Remote Pilot License
Work EnvironmentHelicopter cockpit, aviation facilitiesRemote locations, aerial survey, filming
Industry UsageAviation, transportation, emergency servicesMedia, agriculture, surveying, inspection

The Remote Helicopter Flight Engineer and Remote Drone Pilot roles both require specialized certifications and involve aerial work. The Flight Engineer focuses on helicopter operations, often in transportation or emergency services, while the Drone Pilot operates unmanned aircraft for media, surveying, or inspection tasks. Both roles are essential in their respective industries but differ mainly in equipment, certifications, and work environment.

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Flight Research Remote Pilot

Joby Aviation

Yuma, AZ • Remote

$91K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. We build and deploy autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen-electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.


Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for an experienced remote pilot to operate research and development UAS platforms. Drawing on past experience operating medium to large UAS, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Joining a small, fast moving team this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding standard operating procedures, and support pre and post test activities with engineers.


  • Act as the remote pilot in command for various R&D aircraft platforms
  • Conduct preflight planning and inspections of the system
  • Support test planning and take part in test rehearsals
  • Post flight reports, internal and external
  • Collaborate with other crewmembers in preparation, execution, and post test activities
  • Provide detailed feedback and recommendations for system improvements
  • Uphold standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements
  • Uphold a strong safety culture

  • Part 61 Private Pilot certificate with Instrument rating
  • Pat 107 Remote Pilot certificate
  • Current Class 3 medical
  • Experience operating Group 3 + UAS
  • Experience with manual (non-GPS) and/or augmented flight modes using a traditional RC controller interface for conventional takeoff and landing aircraft
  • Fully automated remote flight
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience
  • Significant UAS experience. Depending on platforms, >300 hrs >200 sorties
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work extended hours and travel as required
  • Read and speak English proficiently

  • Part 61 Commercial pilot certificate
  • Support of new aircraft or systems development
  • Acceptance testing experience
  • Flight test engineering
  • UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107
  • Standard operating procedures development
  • Basic CAD and manufacturing experience
  • Systems engineering
  • A&P or similar experience
  • Aircraft, ground station, and/or subsystem design and build

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $91,100 - $125,300/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.


Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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