Shield AI

Drone Operator (R4428)

Shield AI
onsite senior full-time Kyiv
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First indexed 17 Apr 2026

Description

In this role, you will operate and maintain the V-BAT unmanned aircraft system in real-world, high-consequence environments, directly enabling Group 3 ISR missions.

As a fully qualified V-BAT operator, you'll serve as both pilot and maintainer within a small, agile team, executing missions from austere, shore-based, and maritime locations.

You will act as a subject-matter expert in ISR mission planning, aeronautical decision-making, crew resource management, operational risk and airspace coordination,owning mission execution from planning through recovery.

This role offers the opportunity to make a direct, measurable impact where it matters most.

Achieves and maintains V-BAT operator qualifications, proficiency and currency and performs crewmember duties in support of Group 3 ISR operations.

Performs pilot and maintenance duties in austere environments, shore-based and maritime, as a member of a small team.

Serves as subject-matter expert on Group 3 ISR mission planning, aeronautical decision-making, crew resources management, operational risk management, and airspace management and coordination.

Required qualifications:

Ability to work in a high-tempo and ambiguous environment.

Very Basic English language skills.

Previous Group 3 or above UAS pilot experience.

Previous military service with operational experience.

Must be able to travel outside of Ukraine

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