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Red Cat Holdings · 3 days ago

Flight Ops, Quality Assurance Specialist II

Carson, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$26.44/hr - $42.31/hr

2+ years exp

Red Cat Holdings is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Flight Operations Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure the quality, safety, and reliability of FlightWave’s unmanned aerial systems during flight testing and operational activities. The role involves verifying compliance with quality standards, conducting inspections, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the flight operations and quality organizations.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensure all Flight Operations activities comply with AS9100, FAA Part 107 (or equivalent), and FlightWave internal procedures

Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections of UAVs, payloads, and related components to verify conformity with build documentation and inspection standards

Verify calibration and certification status of all flight support equipment and instrumentation prior to test execution

Perform internal audits of flight operations processes, maintenance practices, and documentation to ensure compliance to internal procedures

Participate in quality reviews, risk assessments, and post-flight evaluations to identify systemic issues and recommend corrective actions

Maintain accurate and complete records of flight test data, configuration control logs, and maintenance records

Perform root cause analysis (RCCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) support for flight-related nonconformances or anomalies

Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Flight Operations and Quality organizations

Monitor operational KPIs (e.g., flight abort rates, test readiness delays, equipment reliability) and provide reports for management review

Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Field Support teams to identify trends and implement process improvements that enhance safety and reliability

Ensure proper control and traceability of returned flight hardware or test equipment through MRB and nonconformance workflows

Serve as a liaison between Flight Operations and the Quality Department to communicate requirements, findings, and improvement opportunities

Perform other duties and projects as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives

Qualification

AS9100 quality systemsFAA Part 107 knowledgeUAV flight operationsRemote Pilot CertificateMicrosoft Office proficiencyTechnical drawing readingMechanical/electrical understandingProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; ASQ certification or equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education

2-4 years of experience in quality assurance, flight operations, or UAV maintenance/test environments

FAA Part 107 knowledge and flight safety familiarity

Strong attention to detail, ability to follow controlled processes, and maintain accurate records under minimal supervision

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and document control systems (e.g., Net-Inspect, Arena, or equivalent)

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally