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Ukiah, CA2 days ago

$124,263–$136,689

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and Company requirements, and maintain aircraft cleanliness.

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Cloverdale, CA2 days ago

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Ukiah, CA2 days ago

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Ukiah, CA6 days ago

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Ukiah, CA6 days ago

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Redding, CA10 days ago

$113,820.92–$125,203.02

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services.

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West Covina, CAToday

Job Title : Naval Aviation Officer (Pilot / Naval Flight Officer / AMDO) Category / Component : Officer • Both Overview Naval Aviation Officers serve as Pilots, Naval Flight Officers, and Aviation Maintenance Duty Officers who operate and support one of the world’s most capable aviation forces. Officers typically access Naval Aviation through USNA, NROTC, Officer Candidate School, or collegiate programs, and are selected for Pilot, Naval Flight Officer, or Aviation Maintenance Duty Officer pipelines based on performance, aptitude, medical qualification, and the needs of the Navy.

Jurupa Valley, CA11 days ago

$105,000–$135,000

Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field preferred; degrees such as a degree in Civil Engineering or Geosciences may be acceptable depending on work experience. Develop an understanding of the cement and aggregate manufacturing process to improve efficient mining methods; also understand changes to the plant’s manufacturing chemistry and how it impacts the mineral requirements and reserves.

Carson, CA30+ days ago

Driving Positions: must possess a valid Driver's License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required. Allied Universal® partners with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program to support transitioning service members with up to 180 days of on-the-job training during their final months of active duty, while they continue to receive full DoD pay and benefits.

CA30+ days ago

Committed to delivering a Higher Level of Reliability, Acuren provides an unrivaled spectrum of capabilities including inspection, traditional and advanced NDE/NDT, failure analysis, rope access, materials engineering, field engineering, reliability engineering, drones, robotics, V-Deck and condition-based monitoring services. Continuing to build on a strong heritage of safety, quality and professionalism, Acuren strives to maintain incident-free work environments, pursues advanced technical developments, and supports reliability programs that are valued by clients and employees.

CA30+ days ago

$47,000–$50,000 Per Year

Perform physically demanding work involving frequent standing, sitting, kneeling, bending, stooping, climbing up ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, and lifting and carrying equipment up to 60 lbs. The ideal candidate will be willing to travel long distances from their base of operations, sometimes for weeks at a time, and able to work both independently with no direct supervision and on a team.

Visalia, CA10 days ago

$75–$115 Per Hour

General Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Director of Educational Development, plans and facilitates drone piloting lessons aimed at preparing students for the Part 107 exam. Ability to work independently applying critical thinking skills and problem solving to various situations.

Redlands, AZ18 days ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Teach classroom and hands-on drone/SUAS courses, including the preparation and delivery of lectures related to drone operations, safety procedures, regulatory compliance, mission planning, and industry applications. This part-time, adjunct faculty role will provide on-site instruction in one or more courses related to drone technology, flight principles, FAA Part 107, and drone-based videography, photography, and mapping applications.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

$70–$100 Per Hour

Metroplex360 Reality Capture Services—the leading 3D Virtual Tour team in Texas—is actively seeking skilled and detail-oriented 3D Matterport Capture Technicians/Photographers/Drone Pilots to join our dynamic team of field professionals. Our trusted client base spans across industries including Multi-Family & Senior Living, New Home Builders & Developers, Retail, Hospitality & Restaurants, Commercial & Residential Real Estate, Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC), and Insurance, Recovery & Surveying.

Huntington Beach, CA30+ days ago

Mach participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Mach Industries is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Field Drone Technician to support the deployment, maintenance, and operation of advanced drone platforms in field environments.

Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago

Its colleges offer instruction to 225,000 students annually in 600 associate degree and 400 certificate of achievement programs in general, career-technical and transfer education, contributing significantly to the economic and social well-being of its students, the regional economy, and the greater Los Angeles area. Examples include FAA Flight Instructor certification (if applicable to drones), OSHA certifications on drone operation safety, Certified Photogrammetrist or Remote Sensing Technologist (e.g., through ASPRS), or manufacturer-specific training (such as DJI or other UAS vendor training programs).

Paso Robles, California12 days ago

You’ll pilot and supervise uncrewed aerial systems during test flights, autonomy trials, and live mission rehearsals - operating both manually and in supervised-autonomy modes. Fury enables human operators to command fleets of robots through natural language, and empowers those machines to sense, decide, and act together as one.

Various Locations, CA30+ days ago

$105,000–$125,000 Per Year

This role is highly hands-on: you’ll be flying, troubleshooting, repairing, updating software, and ensuring that we’re conducting flights in mission-relevant conditions. You’ll spend most of your week in the field, conducting flight tests, operating drones in diverse mission scenarios, and keeping our fleet in peak condition.

USA, CA30+ days ago

$146,000–$194,000 Per Year

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. We are looking for software engineers, hardware engineers, roboticists, and front-end mobile developers who are excited about creating a powerful robotics platform that can be tasked and viewed in real-time through a variety of interfaces.

Santa Ana, CA30+ days ago

$146,000–$194,000 Per Year

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between cutting-edge design and efficient, high-volume production for our advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) like Bolt, Ghost, Anvil, and future autonomous platforms.

Santa Ana, CA30+ days ago

$129,000–$171,000 Per Year

To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between cutting-edge design and efficient, high-volume production for our advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) like Bolt, Ghost, Anvil, and future autonomous platforms.

Pittsburg, CA30+ days ago

$77.87–$128.97 Per Hour

We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. In accordance with the United Faculty Contract, Article 20.3.1.3.2, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency www.naces.org prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.

Torrance, CA30+ days ago

$70,000–$120,000 Per Year

The ideal candidate will be an expert drone pilot who can execute flight tests, identify failures and product imperfections, and thoroughly report back to FPV Specialists and engineers. As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy.

El Segundo, California30+ days ago

Matter is seeking a skilled drone operator to capture high-quality aerial imagery and sensor data across the greater Los Angeles area (with possible travel within the US). This is a hands-on, hourly position (part- to full-time) focused on executing flight missions, collecting high-integrity data, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

Torrance, CA30+ days ago

$89,300–$105,100 Per Year

Additional Field Support responsibilities as required: Travel domestically or overseas on short notice for field deployments, including hazardous duty locations, for 90-120-day durations as mission needs require, to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) replacement, testing, and restoration of HPM-CUAS systems to full functionality. Build, repair, and modify UAS airframes (payload integrations, wiring, harnesses, connectors, power systems, and support equipment), including performing diagnostics, fault isolation, bench testing, soldering, component replacement, wire‑harness fabrication, and return‑to‑service verification.

Torrance, CA15 days ago

$89,300–$105,100 Per Year

Additional Field Support responsibilities as required: Travel domestically or overseas on short notice for field deployments, including hazardous duty locations, for 90–120-day durations as mission needs require, to perform technical inspections, system checks, fault diagnosis, Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) replacement, testing, and restoration of HPM-CUAS systems to full functionality. Build, repair, and modify UAS airframes (payload integrations, wiring, harnesses, connectors, power systems, and support equipment), including performing diagnostics, fault isolation, bench testing, soldering, component replacement, wire‑harness fabrication, and return‑to‑service verification.

San Francisco, CA15 days ago

Remote

$39.50–$48 Per Hour

Safely execute high volume commercial flights as the responsible person in charge for all uncrewed aircraft arriving, departing, and aloft (this includes preflight planning, pre-shift briefing, ongoing weather and system checks, airspace monitoring, etc.). Our customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible.

Long Beach, California30+ days ago

Beyond the stick, you will own the operational and regulatory groundwork that makes each flight possible — integrating the GCS, drafting Concepts of Operations (CONOPS), securing flight authorizations, and partnering with engineering to translate test objectives into safe, executable mission profiles. In this role, you will serve as the primary Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) for our developmental eVTOL Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) platforms, piloting complex, novel aircraft from the Ground Control Station (GCS) during live test events.

El Segundo, CA30+ days ago

$30–$40 Per Hour

As drones transform the character of warfare, Neros is delivering the systems the West needs to compete on the modern battlefield and deter the adversaries of democracy. This position involves a blend of R&D testing, flight operations, and product demonstrations, requiring strong technical expertise and exceptional piloting skills.

San Francisco, California25 days ago

Candidates must have experience flying similar aircraft, and the ideal candidate owns flight test operations end-to-end: identifying a safe and legal test location, preparing the flight plan and safety process, and serving as or supporting remote Pilot-in-Command (PIC). Demonstrated experience manually flying high-performance fixed-wing UAVs of significant mass and speed; comfort with both FPV and line-of-sight flight on aircraft that are not fully automated or tuned.

Marina, CA25 days ago

$114,300–$196,200 Per Year

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate pilot and project manager to join our commercial operations team with a focus on flying for our certificated 14 CFR Part 135 entity as well as driving the development, planning, and execution of air taxi operations in domestic and international markets. Support all aspects of safe and successful eVTOL flight demonstrations including: aircraft certificate of airworthiness, frequency / spectrum allocation, flight test, pilot and engineer staffing plan, concept of operations, logistics, insurance matters, and other supporting requirements.

Marina, California26 days ago

$114,300–$196,200 Per Year

Overview: Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate pilot and project manager to join our commercial operations team with a focus on flying for our certificated 14 CFR Part 135 entity as well as driving the development, planning, and execution of air taxi operations in domestic and international markets. Support all aspects of safe and successful eVTOL flight demonstrations including: aircraft certificate of airworthiness, frequency / spectrum allocation, flight test, pilot and engineer staffing plan, concept of operations, logistics, insurance matters, and other supporting requirements .

Concord, CA30+ days ago

Remote

$139,700–$237,000 Per Year

Drawing on past experience operating aircraft manned aircraft or Group 5 UAS in the national airspace, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Joining a small, fast moving team this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding strong safety culture, and support pre and post test activities with engineers.

San Francisco, California8 days ago

We build and operate full-size autonomous cargo aircraft; Heron, a seaplane, and Egret, a STOL aircraft; each capable of carrying two tons of payload over a thousand nautical miles. Flying is your primary function, you own the aircraft from preflight to post-flight, and when you're not in the air, you're supporting the test team on the ground to make sure the next flight is ready to go.

Concord, California30+ days ago

Remote

$121,500–$206,100 Per Year

Concord, CA17 days ago

$213,100–$245,000 Per Year

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Create formal networks with key decision-makers across the People Team, engineering, and certification departments to set the direction for operational effectiveness. Operational Leadership: Establish function-level operational objectives and work plans for the remotely piloted Caravan fleet, ensuring all activities align with Joby's strategic goals.

Concord, California18 days ago

$213,100–$245,000 Per Year

Responsibilities: Operational Leadership: Establish function-level operational objectives and work plans for the remotely piloted Caravan fleet, ensuring all activities align with Joby’s strategic goals. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Create formal networks with key decision-makers across the People Team, engineering, and certification departments to set the direction for operational effectiveness.

Merced, CA14 days ago

Led by experienced aerospace and technology operators and backed by leading venture investors, we solve hard operational problems at the intersection of autonomy, resilient logistics, and scalable air mobility. Working closely with engineering, operations, and safety teams, you'll turn prototypes into proven aircraft, translating flight data into insights that accelerate Grid's path to certification and deployment.

Marina, CA30+ days ago

$187,400–$250,000 Per Year

This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes planning and flight testing experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft and supporting all certification flight test related activities. Perform flight test activities including test planning, test execution as pilot (both remote UAV and inhabited flight test), chase pilot, flight debriefs, and post-flight analysis and reporting.

Marina, California30+ days ago

$187,400–$250,000 Per Year

This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes planning and flight testing experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft and supporting all certification flight test related activities. Responsibilities: Perform flight test activities including test planning, test execution as pilot (both remote UAV and inhabited flight test), chase pilot, flight debriefs, and post-flight analysis and reporting.

Point Mugu, CA30+ days ago

$155,000–$225,000 Per Year

As part of the world's largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government and commercial agencies, you will be joining a highly talented and experienced aircrew services team that has provided over 40 continuous years of Test Aircrew support for NAVAIR. Roles & Responsibilities: This position serves as a pilot for C/KC-130 aircraft, supporting flight test, aerial refueling, logistics, and post-maintenance check flights as an Aircraft Commander across legacy C-130 platforms.

San Diego, California12 days ago

Mission Overview: Lead mission-critical operations that simulate real-world threats for Navy fleet training using King Air and Metroliner aircraft. This role demands not only technical flying skills but also strategic thinking and leadership, all while offering a flexible schedule and a high quality of life.

March AFB, CA19 days ago

$145,480–$189,126 Per Year

The qualifications of Airplane/Helicopter Pilots or Airplane/Helicopter Flight Instructors in an Air Force active duty and Reserve force are directly related to the completion of prerequisite training and number of flying hours rather than years of experience. (Note: For position requiring the piloting of fighter jet aircraft (e.g., F-16, A-10, F-15, F-22), each hours as First Pilot and/or Instructor Pilot in a fighter jet aircraft may be counted as two hours of flying time when determining total hours of pilot time or primary and/or instructor pilot time.

Santa Ana, CA11 days ago

$250,000–$280,000 Per Year

As a Lead Captain, in addition to acting as a flight crewmember, you are responsible for ensuring effective communication between the account and Clay Lacy Aviation, including the Account Manager (ACM), DOM, Director of Training, Assistant Chief Pilot (ACP), and Trip Support Specialists. Coordinate with ACM, DOM, Scheduling Specialist and managed billing to have regular flight department meetings to discuss & manage activities, mx events, budget, identify problems, answer questions, pass information gathered from owner and create future improvement projects and goals.

Sacramento, CA30+ days ago

$129,149–$167,901 Per Year

HELICOPTER PILOT (ACCELERATED HIRE), GS-2181-12: Must have at least one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level and have at least two years specialized competencies in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation; Experience reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information; Experience filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings; Experience with aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments; Experience performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance; Experience conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks; Experience developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders; Experience with flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures; Experience with unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies, regulations, and directives. General Experience: Minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level; Have working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facility; or, in Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Group.

San Francisco, CA30+ days ago

To be considered for a pilot position, you must: Be at least 21 years of age Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate Hold a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate Be a U.S. citizen or able to show proof of right to work in the U.S. Hold FCC Radiotelephone Operators Permit Have a current Passport --or other travel documents enabling the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple reentry status) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working documents) Must be available to work on any day, seven days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays Be within three months of the minimum hour requirements detailed below. Assist the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in conducting the flight safely and efficiently Assist the PIC and/or passenger service personnel as needed to ensure a prompt departure Assist or relieve the PIC in manipulation of the flight controls of an aircraft while underway, including taxiing, takeoff, and landing of such aircraft.

Port Hueneme, CA30+ days ago

Principal Duties and Essential Job Functions: Conduct scheduled Instructor-led/supported training for Training Device and Systems Training (including briefs and debriefs) using traditional and modern tools such as interactive white boards, computers and video projector systems. A CIP have been a designated a Carrier Aircraft Plane Commander (CAPC) in the E-2 or Carrier Transport Plane Commander (CTPC) in the C-2 (i.e. level 300 ACTC qualification or greater), Not have had any punitive actions on their record that resulted in termination of their flight status (i.e. Field Naval Aviator Evaluation Board (FNAEB) resulting in a type B classification).

Victorville, CA30+ days ago

$146,000–$194,000 Per Year

In preparation for ground and flight testing you will be an reviewer of test procedures, flight test plans, flight test cards, operating limitations, flight test schedules, flight test support documents, and ground handling documents. To ensure your safety and help you navigate your job search with confidence, please keep the following critical points in mind: No Financial Requests: Anduril will never solicit payment or demand personal financial details (such as banking information, credit card numbers, or social security numbers) at any stage of our hiring process.

Camarillo, CA30+ days ago

$330,000–$345,000 Per Year

If you're ready to contribute your skills in a supportive, high-performing environment where every detail matters, you'll find opportunities to grow your career and be part of shaping the future of private aviation. Our culture is service-driven and collaborative, grounded in excellence, care, accountability, and trust, while supporting our teams in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment.

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