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DoorDash· Posted Sep 15, 2026

FPV Pilot – Acro Line-of-Sight Specialist, DoorDash Air

Oakland, CAfull time

Remote

entry

H1B: yes

DoorDash FPV Pilot – Acro Line-of-Sight Specialist at DoorDash Air operates multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode for visual line-of-sight operations. The role supports drone testing and evaluation to improve next-generation UAS technologies.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled FPV Pilot with advanced acro mode flight experience for visual line-of-sight operations (no goggles). This role focuses on hands-on drone testing and evaluation to support the development of next-generation UAS technologies. You’ll work closely with systems and flight engineers to provide actionable flight data and feedback that drive design improvements and system reliability.
This position is fully on-site at our Bay Point, California test facility. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you will...
Operate small and mid-size multi-rotor and fixed-wing UAS platforms in acro mode within visual line of sight (VLOS) environments.
Conduct test flights, calibration routines, and performance evaluations under engineering supervision.
Collaborate closely with systems engineers to provide high-quality, data-driven feedback on flight performance, controls tuning, and system reliability.
Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, aircraft condition, and observed anomalies.
Support safety and compliance processes in accordance with FAA Part 107 and internal operating procedures.
Participate in system validation efforts involving PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink control systems.
Contribute to iterative design reviews, prototype evaluations, and test readiness reviews.
We’re excited about you because you have...
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required; will be verified).

Qualification

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate100+ hours of logged FPV flight timeFamiliarity with PX4Technical background in UAS systems

Required

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
100+ hours of logged FPV flight time
1+ year of consistent acro mode flight experience under visual line of sight
Demonstrated experience with multi-rotor UAS operations
Proven FPV flying background with control precision in manual (acro) mode
Working knowledge of FAA small UAS regulations and operational best practices

Preferred

Experience with fixed-wing RC aircraft operations (huge plus).
Familiarity with PX4, ArduPilot, Auterion, and Herelink.
Technical background in UAS systems, aerodynamics, or flight controls integration.
Ability to record and share video footage of recent acro line-of-sight FPV flights for evaluation.
Previous work in structured flight test environments or R&D programs.

Benefits

Dental
Vision
401(k)
PTO
Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Wellness

Company

DoorDash

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5001-10000 employees

Food Delivery

Founded 2013

Source: greenhouse

Active within the past hour

Remote-friendly

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