• Warehouse & Flight Operations Support

    Aerotek (Pendleton, OR)


    Position: Flight Operations Support Associate - Drone

     

    Overview

     

    Join a pioneering team dedicated to shaping the future of drone-based delivery. In this role, you’ll be the backbone of our ground operations, ensuring smooth workflows and safe practices while representing our mission to the community.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Organize and manage ground equipment, including batteries and related hardware, to support daily drone flights.

    + Observe local airspace for potential hazards and promptly report concerns.

    + Assist with warehouse duties such as inventory tracking and preparing packages for dispatch.

    + Follow established protocols to maintain operational safety and regulatory compliance.

    + Serve as a friendly point of contact for community members, answering general questions about our services.

    + Accurately log activities and maintain records using company templates and digital tools.

    Required Qualifications

    + High school diploma or equivalent.

    + Basic mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.

    + Familiarity with documentation and reporting processes.

    + Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

    + Strong commitment to safety and adherence to detailed procedures.

    Preferred Experience

    + Background in warehouse, logistics, or material handling.

    + Exposure to aviation, aerospace, or drone-related operations.

    + Understanding of aviation terminology and regulatory standards.

     

    Why You’ll Love Working Here

     

    We value diversity and inclusion and believe innovation thrives in collaborative environments. You’ll work alongside engineers, scientists, and visionaries who are redefining delivery systems. If you’re excited about applying cutting-edge technology to real-world challenges, this is the role for you.

    Work Conditions

    + **Contract:** 12 months with potential for extension or permanent placement.

    + **Schedule:** 6:45 AM–6:00 PM, four-day workweek (Sunday–Wednesday or Wednesday–Saturday). Holiday shifts may be required.

    + **Physical Requirements:** Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk for up to 12 hours, and perform frequent bending, reaching, and squatting.

    + **Environment:** Indoor/outdoor warehouse setting with exposure to varying weather conditions.

    + **Travel:** Up to 25% as needed.

    + **Compliance:** Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive duties per FAA guidelines.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Pendleton, OR.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Pendleton,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 27, 2025.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.