Senior Flight Operator
skyways· Skyways
About this role
Skyways designs, builds, and operates fully autonomous long-range cargo aircraft. Founded in 2017, the company has spent the last eight years developing and deploying autonomous logistics systems for real-world operations.
Our V2 aircraft carries 30 lbs up to 500 miles, while our next-generation V3 carries 100 lbs over 1,000+ miles with 20+ hours of endurance. Both use a hybrid-electric architecture that takes off like a helicopter and cruises like a plane, enabling long-range autonomous delivery without traditional runway infrastructure.
Today, Skyways aircraft operate across three continents in controlled national airspace under FAA oversight and in support of U.S. military operations. We are transitioning from prototype development to full-rate production and scaling toward large autonomous cargo fleets.
Backed by Y Combinator and a $37M AFWERX STRATFI award from the U.S. Air Force, Skyways is creating a new form of transportation to advance our civilization from Austin, Texas.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Flight Operator on the Flight Team, you are one of the people who make Skyways aircraft fly, and one of the people other operators learn from. You will plan and execute the most demanding missions and flight tests, own operational workstreams end to end, troubleshoot in real time, and turn what you see in the field into the procedures and standards the rest of the team flies by.
This is a hands-on, field-based role focused on real operations. Beyond flying, you will raise the operational bar: developing procedures, leading readiness reviews, and bringing junior operators up to speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The salary for this Senior Flight Operator role at skyways is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Senior Flight Operator position at skyways located?
This Senior Flight Operator role at skyways is based in Austin, TX. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Flight Operator role at skyways full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Senior Flight Operator role in the Skyways department at skyways.
Which team or department does the Senior Flight Operator at skyways belong to?
This Senior Flight Operator position is part of the Skyways department at skyways. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Senior Flight Operator position at skyways?
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When was the Senior Flight Operator job at skyways posted?
This Senior Flight Operator position at skyways was posted on May 26, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Flight Operator
skyways
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