Zipline · 5 months ago
Visual Observer (Contract opportunity)
Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move, focusing on equitable access to medical care through innovative logistics solutions. The Visual Observer will be part of the Flight Operations team, responsible for monitoring airspace, assisting in collision avoidance, and advocating for safety during UAS testing.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Participate in all pre-operational briefings and other required crew activities
Monitors assigned airspace along a flight route prior to launch, during flight and delivery phases of UAS testing
Assists in collision avoidance activities (e.g. identification of non-cooperative traffic and communication with the RPIC), as well as the identification of hazardous weather conditions and other unforeseen hazards (e.g. open air assemblies)
Is an advocate for safety!
Qualification
Required
Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this role
FAA-issued P107 remote pilot certificate
A positive attitude, driven to solve problems and support teammates
Must be eligible to work in the US
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, outdoors and standing for long/extended periods of time
Must be able to pass a background and pre-employment drug and alcohol test. Random drug and alcohol testing is ongoing after initial employment. We screen for the following: Marijuana, Cocaine, Opiates, Amphetamines, and Phencyclidine