Flight Operator, North Central Region, Nigeria

The role

You will own routine and preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs for Zip aircraft, ground launcher systems and launch facility equipment. You will also manage flight monitoring and controller communication, and support flight-line launch and recovery during high-volume periods.

What you will do

• Own routine and preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs for Zip aircraft, ground launcher systems and DC operational equipment.
• Manage active flight monitoring and keep real-time communication with controllers.
• Enforce aviation compliance and safety protocols.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical or software problems on-site.
• Give critical feedback and data to central engineering teams.
• Maintain launch and recovery procedures and support flight-line staff during high-volume periods, using 30% to 50% of operational bandwidth.
• Take part in structured skill development and specialized training in controlling, system diagnostics and compliance.

Required qualifications

• HND or Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Aeronautical or related technical field)
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals
• Hardware and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Preventive maintenance practices
• Ability to balance maintenance duties with fast-paced flight-line launch and recovery operations
• Readiness to complete 2 to 3 weeks of Flight Operations Fundamentals followed by ongoing certifications across Responsibility Areas
• Detail orientation and a growth mindset

Benefits

• Structured skill-development pathways
• Specialized training in controlling, system diagnostics and compliance
• Possible advancement into Quality, Flight Leadership, Aviation Compliance or Systems Engineering roles

About the company

Zipline is a drone delivery service operating on four continents, delivering blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food and retail products. It serves healthcare systems, governments, retailers and restaurants.