About This Role
This role is a central part of establishing and developing Kongsberg's operational drone service within the Land Systems Drone Ecosystems area. It involves safely conducting flight operations, test activities, and technical follow-up of drone systems throughout their development. The position suits a candidate with a blend of operational flying skills, technical understanding, and a structured approach to execution.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for operational drone flying and technical follow-up within Drone Ecosystems
- Provide support to relevant professional environments across Kongsberg
- Contribute to the planning and execution of test, verification, and demonstration activities
- Ensure drone systems are operational, available, and ready for use
- Manage the operation and further development of the drone service, including drone flying in test and project activities
- Maintain the drone pool and provide technical follow-up of equipment
- Contribute to the assembly, preparation, and simpler repairs of drone systems
- Participate in field trials, demonstrations, and test campaigns in Norway and internationally
- Collaborate closely with internal and external suppliers
- Evaluate new technology
- Contribute to the development of operational competence and flight safety
- Support certification, training, and further development of drone pilots and operational procedures
- Act as an operational contact point for drone activities
- Ensure good information flow between development, testing, and operational use
Requirements
- Relevant education in technical subjects, aviation, electronics, or equivalent fields
- Experience with drone operations and/or unmanned systems
- Experience as a drone pilot or from operational testing of technical systems
- Interest in new technology and practical technical work
- Experience with troubleshooting, integration, or maintenance of technical systems
- Structured and quality-conscious approach to safety and operations
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with other professional environments
- Good communication skills in Norwegian and English
- Willingness to travel in connection with test activities, field trials, and demonstrations
Nice to have:
- Valid drone pilot certificates
- Experience from defense, aviation, or test environments
- Knowledge of SORA, operational permits, or flight safety work
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a high-tech environment with focus on innovation and development
- Good career and development opportunities in a growing international company
- Opportunities for specialization, leadership development, and participation in exciting projects
- Competitive conditions
- Good pension and insurance schemes
- Inclusive work environment with strong professional networks, commitment, and collaboration
- Great freedom to influence your own workday
- Work-life balance arrangements
- Attractive employee benefits such as cabin rentals, social events, and other welfare schemes
Important Details
- The role reports to the Department Manager and collaborates closely with Principal Engineer, System Engineer, Hardware & Operations, and Test
Security Clearance
- Candidates will be subject to a background check, which will be used as a basis for candidate selection. To be considered for the position, you must be qualified for security clearance, as per the Norwegian Security Act.
About the Company
Land Systems at Kongsberg is building a new focus area within Drone Ecosystems. This area includes drones, launch platforms, security solutions, and integration with larger defense systems, characterized by high technological complexity and short decision loops.
