Destinus is an aerospace technology company founded on the belief that distance shouldn't matter in the future.

We are seeking a highly capable and adaptable Ground Control Station (GCS) Operator with an engineering background to support UAV operations occasionally abroad, primarily in Western Ukraine. You will play a key role in the preparation, execution, and troubleshooting of UAV flight missions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success. This role demands technical expertise, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

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}System Setup{​{:}

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

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• } Collaborate with the R&D team to understand mission plans and requirement
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• . Perform thorough pre-flight checklists with the safety pilot, ensuring all systems are operationa
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• . Analyze flight test areas and weather conditions to plan operations effectivel
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• }} Prepare detailed test and flight reports, including mission objectives, pre-flight preparations, telemetry data analysis, anomalies encountered, and corrective actions implement
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• d. Ensure reports are clear, accurate, and actionable to support system improvements with R&D and compliance with safety and operational standar
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s. Flight Operations and Monitoring{​

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• :}} Operate the UAV during missions, closely monitoring its behavior and performa
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• ce. Identify anomalies and troubleshoot operational issues in real-t
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• me. Support emergency operations alongside the safety pi
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ot. System Testing and Maintenance{

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• {:}} Conduct regular system tests to ensure safety and operational readi
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• ess. Operate UAV launch mechanisms, such as catap
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• lts. Perform hands-on tasks, including equipment setup and mainten
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• ments Engineering background with experience in UAV operatio
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• s. Previous exposure to flight planning and mission executi
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• n. Technical knowledge in GCS systems, telemetry analysis, and UAV troubleshooti
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• g. An innovative, proactive, and resourceful individual with strong resilience and flexibili
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• y. Effective communication and collaboration skills for working in multidisciplinary tea
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• s. Familiarity with UAV software, hardware, and telemetry syste
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• s. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abiliti
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• s. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols accurate
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• y. Physical capability to lift equipment and perform manual setup ta
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• ks. Fluent in Eng
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ish. Destinus is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in our companies and teams and do not discriminate based on age, race, religion, color, country of origin, gender, sexual orientation, or disability s