
UMS Skeldar Sweden AB · Linköping
UMS SKELDAR is developing an unmanned helicopter to support naval, military and public safety operations. We have a fast and dynamic work environment with an en...
UMS SKELDAR is developing an unmanned helicopter to support naval, military and public safety operations. We have a fast and dynamic work environment with an entrepreneurial spirit. At UMS Skeldar, you get the unique chance to leave your footprint within our organization with fast reaction times and high engagement.
Key words: UAV, Pilot, Technician, Helicopter Technician, Aircraft Technician, Aviation Technician
Due to continued growth, new customer contracts, and upcoming deliveries, we are expanding our Flight Operations team with an additional Remote Pilot. We are looking for an aviation professional with experience in civil and/or military aviation, as well as unmanned aircraft systems, who is ready to take the next step in their career. If you also enjoy sharing your knowledge through instruction and training, this is an opportunity to combine operational flying with the development of next-generation unmanned helicopter systems at UMS Skeldar.Remote Pilot with us:
The Skeldar V‑200 is an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) platform designed for both military and civil markets worldwide. The primary focus of the flight operations team is to conduct functional tests, test flights, development of new systems, demonstration flights, training of Remote Pilots and Flight Technicians, as well as customer deliveries. As a Remote Pilot, you will work in operational teams alongside helicopter technicians and flight test engineers. The workplace is dynamic, alternating between our facility in Linköping and various locations where we hold operational authorizations.
You will start with comprehensive training covering the entire system, flight simulations, and test flights. As you become autonomous, you will also have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility and, over time, participate in training programs we deliver to our customers.
At UMS Skeldar, every day brings new challenges. This role includes domestic and international travel. You’ll have a unique opportunity to join a senior team with strong work ethic while helping to develop the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) of the future.
Does the position sound interesting? Do not hesitate to apply today!
Are you the one we are looking for?
We place great emphasis on personal qualities to ensure you will thrive in the role. You are a strong team player with clear communication skills. You take ownership of what needs to be done and can perform your tasks independently.
We would like you to have relevant professional experience in the aviation industry, or a relevant education. Holding or having held a pilot license for an airplane or helicopter is a merit. Experience with unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), or hands‑on UAS flying experience—civilian or military—is especially meritorious.
Experience from instruction/training and operational work is also meritorious.
This position requires strong English skills in both speech and writing.
Desirable/meritorious additionally: Knowledge of other languages.
an opportunity to be part of a dynamic company that is constantly evolving, where your impact plays an important role
a high-tech product that is currently at the forefront of the market
a familiar work culture characterised by collaboration and high engagement
activities that promote both social community and health, through our Party Committee, Health Committee, Board Game Committee and a Women's Network.
Workplace: Linköping
Tenure: Full-time
Start: Immediately with regard to notice period
Travel: Occurs in the service
For employment within UMS Skeldar, it is required that you will be approved in accordance with the Swedish Protective Security Act. For some roles with certain security-sensitive activities it may require certain citizenship.
We process applications on an ongoing basis. The selection and feedback process will most likely happen in late August due to summer holidays. We look forward to receiving your application!
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ABOUT US STARK is a new kind of defence technology company, revolutionizing the way autonomous systems are deployed across multiple domains. We design, develop and manufacture high-performance unmanned systems that are software-defined, mass-scalable, and cost-effective. This provides our operators with a decisive edge in highly contested environments. We’re focused on delivering deployable, high-performance systems. In a time of rising threats, STARK is bolstering the technological edge of NATO Allies and their Partners to deter aggression and defend Europe. YOUR MISSION As a UAV Flight Test Pilot, you will be responsible for working with the Flight Test Engineers on planning, executing, and reporting on flight test results for our cutting-edge UAV platforms. You will work closely with our engineering, software, and production teams to validate system performance and contribute to the next generation of autonomous flight technologies. RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCTION FLIGHT EXECUTION * Conduct remote piloting and GCS operation for production-level unmanned aircraft. * Execute standardized flight test programmes with high repeatability and precision to validate system performance. * Monitor live telemetry and onboard video streams in real-time, ensuring flight conditions remain within the test envelope. * Coordinate with observers and test engineers to maintain safe, efficient operations in a collaborative team environment. SYSTEM PREPARATION & MAINTENANCE * Perform pre-flight configurations, control link verifications, and comprehensive functional system checks. * Assist in the ground verification of flight-critical hardware and software before takeoff. * Maintain rigorous logbook standards and regulatory recordkeeping for every airframe tested. SAFETY & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT * Act as the tactical lead for airspace monitoring and deconfliction in accordance with SORA and EASA requirements. * Respond decisively to flight anomalies and emergency situations by following established safety protocols. * Contribute to the evolution of pilot training materials, safety documentation, and operational procedures. YOUR FIRST 12 MONTHS TIMEFRAME FOCUS MONTH 0–1: LEARN & ALIGN COMPLETE STARK FLIGHT SAFETY INDUCTION. GET HANDS-ON WITH OUR GCS SOFTWARE AND INTERNAL PRODUCTION STANDARDS. SHADOW SENIOR PILOTS DURING PRODUCTION RUNS. MONTH 1–3: STANDARD OPERATIONS BEGIN EXECUTING INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION TEST CARDS. MASTER THE PRE-FLIGHT AND POST-FLIGHT DOCUMENTATION WORKFLOW. PROVIDE YOUR FIRST TECHNICAL FEEDBACK ON SYSTEM BEHAVIOR. MONTH 3–6: OPERATIONAL MASTERY OWN THE PRODUCTION FLIGHT SCHEDULE FOR SPECIFIC AIRFRAME BATCHES. SUPPORT BVLOS TEST CAMPAIGNS AND CONTRIBUTE TO RISK ASSESSMENT UPDATES FOR NEW TEST SITES. MONTH 6–12: PATH TO SENIORITY MENTOR JUNIOR GCS OPERATORS. ASSIST IN THE VALIDATION OF NEW AUTOPILOT TUNING (ARDUPILOT/PX4) AND BEGIN THE DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY TOWARD THE TEST PILOT ROLE. QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS * Valid EU A1/A3 and A2 Remote Pilot Certificates (EASA). * Valid radio operator certificate (e.g., BZF) or willingness to obtain one. * Proven experience with professional GCS software, mission planning tools, and telemetry monitoring. * Familiarity with flight safety protocols, particularly under BVLOS conditions. * Must be a citizen of a NATO member state (due to export control and security regulations). TECHNICAL BACKGROUND * High degree of comfort with structured, high-discipline test procedures. * Ability to maintain deep situational awareness during long test sessions. * Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. * Familiarity with regulatory recordkeeping and post-flight documentation. MINDSET & STYLE * Precision-Oriented: You find satisfaction in repeatability and "doing it right every time." * Reliable: You are the person the team trusts to handle a $100k+ asset with care and discipline. * Agile: You can pivot quickly when weather or production schedules shift. BONUS SKILLS * Previous experience as an RPIC for experimental drone testing. * Practical knowledge of Ardupilot or PX4 autopilot systems. * Background in military UAV operations or the defense sector.
We're building a system that represents domain knowledge as modular probabilistic models — making analysis rigorous and transparent by design. Users can connect these models flexibly into larger structures. The system enforces consistency across them, and propagates uncertainty through every step. Our first applications are in finance and scientific research, with use cases ranging from equity valuation and distress monitoring, to particle physics. We are seeking domain experts to collaborate with us on developing high-value use cases that leverage our system’s unique capabilities. Rather than acting as traditional consultants; we need builders and practitioners who are ready to integrate these solutions directly into pilot users’ workflows, drawing on their established industry networks to drive real-world adoption. YOUR PROFILE * Deep domain expertise — You are a current or former practitioner with hands-on experience solving complex problems in your field * Technical understanding — You possess a strong grasp of statistical modeling, enabling close collaboration with our engineers on developing solutions * Industry connections — You bring a network of relevant contacts, to identify and engage as pilot users YOUR FIELD OF EXPERTISE We are actively seeking to develop: * Valuation Modes * Quantitative Default-Probability Models * Interest Rate Prediction Models * …and more within the Financial Analysis space WHAT MAKES A VIABLE USE CASE Problem Characteristics: * No existing AI solution — Problems currently handled mostly manually or through custom programming by engineering teams * Clear pain points in current solutions — E.g., existing approaches (Excel models, custom programs) are brittle, hard to validate, don't integrate varied data sources easily, and require manual updates as they don't 'learn' from new information. Difficulty identifying inconsistencies within the model, or between the model and related knowledge autonomously. * Statistical nature with uncertainty — Problems characterised by significant uncertainty, yet involving discoverable rules and causal chains that can be modeled Use Case Requirements: * Validated pain points — Pain points are serious enough that practitioners are willing to collaborate and ultimately engage in commercial pilot contracts * Strategic fit with our system’s capabilities and long term product vision * Identified pilot users — You have established contacts with industry practitioners actively using the relevant workflows, who are interested in validating solutions and quality checking the model ENGAGEMENT PROCESS Our collaboration follows a structured 4-stage development cycle: * Stage 1: Opportunity identification - We establish together whether this is a relevant use case for us, and sketch the initial solution architecture. * Stage 2: Validation - The goal of this stage is to establish the problem solution fit, commercial viability, and the ICP (ideal customer profile): with your help we will identify and jointly interview numerous practitioners, and ideally secure pilot user engagements. * Stage 3: Specification & Implementation - You collaborate with our engineers to translate the validated solution architecture into a working model within our system, and participate actively in user testing with our pilot users. * Stage 4: Production - Transitioning from pilot to sustained, production-grade usage. You support the integration into users' existing tools and help identify opportunities for expansion. COLLABORATION & COMPENSATION Our compensation model is designed to support you through the early exploration phases while offering significant upside for successful outcomes. Our compensation has two components: * Competitive per-diem rates and engagement via self-employment/contractor, billed via time tracking to PlantingSpace AG (a Swiss company). * Participation in Commercial Success: Opportunity to participate in gross profit sharing from jointly established user engagements. NEXT STEPS If you have expertise in a relevant domain and connections to potential pilot users, we would love to hear from you. To discuss a potential collaboration, please complete the application form, including: * A brief description of the specific domain challenge and concrete model you're considering * A summary of your level of expertise and relevant experience within the concrete project scope * High-level outline of your industry connections and potential access to relevant pilot users We review all proposals, and will reach out to schedule an initial conversation if there is a strategic fit.