Aerial Systems Operator
Boise, ID, USA
USD 27-175 / hour
Posted on Jul 23, 2026
URGENTLY HIRING
Title: Aerial Systems Operator (Contractor)
Reports To: Flight Ops Coordinator (duncan@skywardwildfire.com)
Location: Caldwell Airport ID
Term: ASAP - TBD (2 weeks to 2 months flexible)
Travel: Contractor responsible for all travel costs to/from Idaho airport.
Position Overview
Safety-focused Systems Operator to manage in-flight equipment, aircraft loading, and ground logistics alongside flight crew.
Responsibilities
Handle mission equipment and log data during flight.
Safe loading/unloading and pre/post-flight system checks.
Qualifications
Experience in aviation/emergency services
Can Lift 50 lbs overhead; comfortable in dynamic flight environments.
On-call 24/7 with 30-min airport response time.
What We Offer
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the world’s first flights to stop lightning.
Work at the intersection of aviation, science, and wildfire prevention.
Compensation (USD)
$175 Flight Day / $100 Standby (up to 3 hrs).
$27/hr for hours over 6.5; local overtime rules apply.
Title: Aerial Systems Operator (Contractor)
Reports To: Flight Ops Coordinator (duncan@skywardwildfire.com)
Location: Caldwell Airport ID
Term: ASAP - TBD (2 weeks to 2 months flexible)
Travel: Contractor responsible for all travel costs to/from Idaho airport.
Position Overview
Safety-focused Systems Operator to manage in-flight equipment, aircraft loading, and ground logistics alongside flight crew.
Responsibilities
Handle mission equipment and log data during flight.
Safe loading/unloading and pre/post-flight system checks.
Qualifications
Experience in aviation/emergency services
Can Lift 50 lbs overhead; comfortable in dynamic flight environments.
On-call 24/7 with 30-min airport response time.
What We Offer
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be part of the world’s first flights to stop lightning.
Work at the intersection of aviation, science, and wildfire prevention.
Compensation (USD)
$175 Flight Day / $100 Standby (up to 3 hrs).
$27/hr for hours over 6.5; local overtime rules apply.