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Zipline · 2 weeks ago

Visual Observer (Contract opportunity)

Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move, particularly in healthcare logistics. The Visual Observer will be part of the Flight Operations team, responsible for monitoring airspace and ensuring safety during UAS testing and operations.

DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Participate in all pre-operational briefings and other required crew activities
Monitors assigned airspace along a flight route prior to launch, during flight and delivery phases of UAS testing
Assists in collision avoidance activities (e.g. identification of non-cooperative traffic and communication with the RPIC), as well as the identification of hazardous weather conditions and other unforeseen hazards (e.g. open air assemblies)
Is an advocate for safety!

Qualification

FAA P107 remote pilot certificateSafety-oriented attitudeProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsFlexibility

Required

Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this role
FAA-issued P107 remote pilot certificate
A positive attitude, driven to solve problems and support teammates
Must be eligible to work in the US
Ability to work in varying weather conditions, outdoors and standing for long/extended periods of time
Both part time and full time opportunities available
Shift availability include days, nights and weekends
Contract length is estimated to be 3 to 6 month time frame
Must be able to pass a background and pre-employment drug and alcohol test
Random drug and alcohol testing is ongoing after initial employment
We screen for the following: Marijuana, Cocaine, Opiates, Amphetamines, and Phencyclidine

Company

Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.

H1B Sponsorship

Zipline has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (54)
2024 (39)
2023 (29)
2022 (20)
2021 (16)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$971M
Key Investors
U.S. Department of StateThe Rise FundKatalyst Ventures
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2023-04-28Series F· $330M
2021-06-30Series E· $250M

Leadership Team

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Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
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Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
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