Courtney Lo Pilato
About Courtney Lo Pilato
Courtney Lo Pilato is a Flight Test Operator at Zipline, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in healthcare and technology, having held various roles including barista, ophthalmic assistant, and healthy husky leader, while also earning a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Northeastern University.
Current Role at Zipline
Courtney Lo Pilato serves as a Flight Test Operator at Zipline, a position she has held since 2023 in Esparto, California. In this role, she is involved in the testing and validation of aerial delivery systems, utilizing her experience as a remote pilot. Her work contributes to the advancement of drone technology in logistics and healthcare delivery.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role, Courtney gained diverse work experience. She worked as a Barista at Gourmet Donuts from 2018 to 2020 in Townsend, Massachusetts. Additionally, she served as an Ophthalmic Assistant (Co-op) at Massachusetts Eye and Ear for five months in 2021, where she developed strong patient relationships and operated diagnostic equipment. She also worked as a Healthy Husky Leader at Northeastern University for three months in 2020 and as a Team Member at Target for seven months in 2018.
Education and Academic Background
Courtney completed her high school education at North Middlesex Regional, earning her diploma in 2019. She studied at Fitchburg State University for one year from 2018 to 2019. She then attended Northeastern University, where she pursued a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from 2019 to 2023. Additionally, she briefly studied at Swinburne University of Technology in 2019.
Certifications and Skills
Courtney has completed a HAZWOPER certification, which is essential for safely handling hazardous materials. Her skills include remote piloting and experience in testing and validating aerial delivery systems. This combination of skills supports her aspiration to work at the intersection of biology, technology, and healthcare.