UAV Operator - Part

At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other.

Life at Axon is fast‑paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.

Dedrone’s Test & Evaluation team is seeking a Part 107‑certified UAV Operator to keep our drone fleet mission‑ready and to execute flight operations supporting live testing, demos, and data collection. This role removes a key execution bottleneck by ensuring we consistently have a ready fleet plus an available operator, enabling T&E to focus on deliberate, repeatable test execution.

• Maintain and manage the drone fleet: procurement support, routine maintenance, battery management/replacement, and repairs as needed.
• Maintain readiness baselines (airframes, batteries, payloads, spares, firmware/config baselines).
• Organize storage and enforce equipment check‑in/check‑out discipline for all drone gear.

• Operate drones in support of local teams and test events.
• Execute flight operations for tests, demos, and data collection in coordination with T&E plans and safety requirements.

• Coordinate flight activities with contractors/partners as required (e.g., event support or verification flights).
• Coordinate contractor pilots when there are geo/time conflicts or when multiple drones are needed simultaneously.
• Serve as a point‑of‑contact for Part 107 operational guidance—coordinate/consult/advise peers as needed.
• Stay current on drone market capabilities and trends to inform fleet evolution and test readiness.

• Demonstrated hands‑on capability with Group 1 UAV operations and basic fleet upkeep (airframes, batteries, payload swaps, troubleshooting).
• Ability to perform field work, including climbing and lifting/moving equipment (e.g., up to 25 lbs).
• Strong operational discipline: equipment tracking, readiness checks, and reliable execution under schedule pressure.
• Degree in Computer Science, Science Engineering, or a related field.

Work Location: This role is based out of our office and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in‑person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless there is an approved workplace accommodation.

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long‑term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well‑being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes justice, advances equity, values diversity and fosters inclusion. We’re committed to hiring the best talent — regardless of race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances — and empowering all of our employees so they can do their best work.