XTEND · 1 month ago
Drone Operator & Customer Success Specialist
XTEND is on a mission to increase the combat effectiveness of the war fighter through advanced technology. They are seeking a dynamic and skilled Drone Operator & Customer Success Specialist to operate drones, provide technical support, and engage with customers to ensure satisfaction while assisting the sales team with demonstrations and training.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Drone ManagementDronesMachinery ManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Operate drones for customer training, testing, and demonstrations
Provide on-site drone system troubleshooting and maintenance
Train customers on effective and safe drone operation
Serve as primary customer contact via phone, online, and in-person
Onboard new customers and guide them to achieve objectives
Build strong customer relationships and resolve issues with internal teams
Deliver compelling product demonstrations (in-person/virtual)
Understand prospective customer needs and showcase solution value
Provide sales/account management updates for customer acquisition
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in a customer-facing role, ideally with a technical or field support background
Proven hands-on experience operating drones or unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
FAA Part 107 certification (required)
Willingness to travel up to 75% for field support and customer visits
Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training customers and collaborating with teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Innovative mindset, a hard-working attitude, and a eagerness to learn quickly
Located in Tampa area - on site
Preferred
Field Service Representative (FSR) experience
Familiarity with CRM tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Office, Confluence)
Company
XTEND
XTEND develops AI-powered robotics and autonomous systems with human-guided software for defense and tactical missions.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$98.8MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseChartered GroupTPY Capital
2025-07-15Series B· $30M
2024-12-20Grant· $8.8M
2024-05-08Series B· $40M
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