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Wing
Durham, North Carolina, United States
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Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents.
Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
Wing is looking for an Assistant Chief Pilot to join our Flight Operations team. This role is based onsite in Durham, North Carolina.
As our Assistant Chief Pilot, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of autonomous aviation. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, you will inspire, lead, and empower our Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Managers and sUAS Flight Operators, ensuring operational excellence, mission readiness, and continuous team development across Wing's commercial drone delivery service.
If you are an experienced leader with 8+ years of managing-high performing teams in safety-critical environments and are passionate about driving cutting-edge flight operations, we want to hear from you.
Note: This position is subject to Wing’s Drug and Alcohol testing policy in accordance with company procedures and DOT/FAA regulatory requirements.
Wing is a Zero Tolerance Drug Free Workplace. All prospective employees in FAA/DOT-regulated roles are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Any applicant applying to a FAA/DOT regulated role who has previously tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Wing.
8+ years of experience with commercial/civil or public UAS operations or university-level education and training in civil UAS operations or military equivalent
5+ years of people management experience with 5+ direct reports or more in aviation, transportation, or other safety-critical operations
3+ years of experience as a PIC in Part 135 commercial drone delivery operations or equivalent, and a passion for aviation and the ongoing development of this new industry.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Compensation
$140,000 — $148,000 USD
Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.
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