UAV Test Pilot - #45980

Dufour Aerospace is pioneering the future of sustainable aviation with innovative tilt-wing aircraft that combine the versatility of a helicopter with the efficiency of an airplane. To support the development and certification of our next-generation UAVs, we are looking for an experienced Flight Test Pilot (UAV). In this role, you will play a key part in safely operating experimental aircraft, validating performance, and shaping operational procedures that ensure safety, reliability, and compliance. This position offers the opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology in close collaboration with engineering, safety, and operations teams.

• Safely conducting prototype and experimental UAV flights in line with approved PDRA or SORA requirements.


• Performing flights beyond the operational envelope in accordance with test plans and risk assessments.


• Executing precise test maneuvers, gathering flight data, and reporting findings to engineering and safety teams.


• Preparing and executing test cards, risk & safety assessments for non-standard operations as well as conducting adequate risk mitigations before flight.


• Exercising full authority over the aircraft during test flights, including the ability to reject or stop a flight if safety cannot be assured.


• Understanding and analysing in-flight data to ensure safe flight operations and determine safety margins and knock-it-off criteria.


• Collaborating with engineering teams to define test objectives, flight conditions, and performance expectations as well as providing feedback.


• Owning responsibility for the preparation and continuing airworthiness of aircraft including coordination with maintenance and engineering teams.


• Supporting the continuous development of flight test procedures and safety practices.

• Extensive RC/UAV flight experience, including experimental or test flying.


• Strong knowledge of flight test principles, risk management, and UAV regulations (EASA/FAA or equivalent).


• Experience conducting flights outside the AFM or operational envelope.


• Background in engineering (aeronautical, mechanical, systems etc.) or equivalent


• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, safety, and test management teams.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills.


• Strong situational awareness and the ability to make critical safety decisions in dynamic conditions.


• allowed to work in Switzerland (EU/EFTA)


• Willingness to travel.

We offer flexible working hours. We also provide our employees with tea, coffee and snacks. From time to time we organise free community lunches.

• The workplace is located at Dübendorf Airport


• Starting date: 1st of February 2026