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
