UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438)
shieldai· Integration & Test
About this role
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. We are seeking a UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician to support autonomous aircraft testing, demonstrations, and flight operations in Ukraine.
This is a highly hands-on, field-focused role supporting fixed-wing and multirotor unmanned aircraft systems in simulation, ground testing, and live flight environments. The ideal candidate is comfortable operating in dynamic field conditions, troubleshooting hardware and operational issues, and supporting autonomous flight testing activities with a strong safety mindset.
This role will primarily support operations in the Lviv region, with occasional travel to other locations within Ukraine for demonstrations, testing, and operational support activities.
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This UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) role at shieldai is based in Lviv. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a International EOR position. It is posted as a UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) role in the Integration & Test department at shieldai.
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This UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) position is part of the Integration & Test department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) job at shieldai posted?
This UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438) position at shieldai was posted on Aug 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
UAS Operator & Flight Operations Technician (R5438)
shieldai
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