Operate experimental RPAS in Mirabel while supporting flight-test planning, aviation safety, and regulatory compliance for advanced aerospace research.

The National Research Council of Canada seeks an RPAS Pilot – Flight Operations Specialist for its Centre for Drone Innovation. Working with engineers, technicians, and researchers, you will support aircraft integration, flight-test campaigns, and operational demonstrations. The position contributes to research involving autonomy, sensor integration, communications, and mission systems.

Key Responsibilities:

- Operate fixed-wing, helicopter, and multicopter RPAS platforms
- Plan and execute experimental flight operations safely
- Support aircraft integration and flight-test campaigns




- Coordinate activities with multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Prepare operational procedures and flight-test documentation

Requirements:

- College diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
- Valid Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate
- Significant operational, research, or testing RPAS experience
- Experience with mission planning and operational risk management
- Thorough security clearance process required

Apply your RPAS piloting, flight planning, safety, and coordination expertise to Canada’s experimental aerospace programs in Mirabel.

📌 RPAS Pilot Flight Operations Specialist (Montreal)
🏢 National Research Council of Canada
📍 Montreal