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Wing

Robot type
Drone
Location
DurhamNorth CarolinaUSA
Job type
Customer Success
Posted
Sep 18, 2026
Salary
$116,000–$123,000 a year
Full-time

Pilot-in-Command Manager

Job description

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.

Job responsibilities

  • Maintain rigorous FAA qualifications and consistently operate as a Part 135 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) to execute safe, efficient missions for Wing’s advanced autonomous drone delivery network.
  • Direct, mentor, and manage a dedicated crew of 7-9 PICs, cultivating a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
  • Champion the skill development and career progression of your team through continuous coaching, performance evaluations, and targeted technical training.
  • Partner closely with the Chief Pilot and Assistant Chief Pilot to optimize and maintain the continuous readiness of PIC Stations, Operations Rooms, and all critical aviation infrastructure.
  • Orchestrate comprehensive onboarding and training programs for new hires, accelerating their path to proficiency while ensuring strict adherence to company and regulatory standards.
  • Provide strategic, subject-matter expertise to support Wing’s public relations, community engagement, and government regulatory outreach initiatives.
  • Exercise impeccable judgment and maintain absolute confidentiality when handling sensitive strategic, technical, and personnel information.

Job requirements

  • Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate. If applicable, Part 107 recurrent certificate: only the ALC-677 course is accepted
  • Current driver’s license and clean driving record within the last 36-months
  • 3+ years experience with commercial or public UAS operations, or university level education and training in civil UAS operations
  • 2+ years of people management experience with 5+ direct reports or more in aviation, transportation, or other safety critical operations
  • Must possess an FAA First, Second, or Third Class Medical Certificate, that has been issued within the previous 36 months, or obtain prior to start date
  • Experience working with web-based monitoring and control systems
  • Experience with technical or engineering record keeping-methods and tools
  • Ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English
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