Scott Steiner
About Scott Steiner
Scott Steiner is a Senior Test Pilot with extensive experience in unmanned flight technology, currently working at Pyka since 2021. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering and has held various positions in the aviation industry, focusing on unmanned aerial vehicles for over a decade.
Work at Pyka
Scott Steiner has been employed at Pyka as a Senior Test Pilot since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the testing and evaluation of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), contributing his extensive knowledge in unmanned flight technology. His work at Pyka aligns with his specialization in electric unmanned aircraft, particularly in the areas of spray and cargo applications.
Previous Experience in UAV Testing
Before joining Pyka, Scott Steiner worked as a UAV Test Pilot at Akorbi for Google from 2015 to 2020. His responsibilities included conducting test flights and evaluations of UAV systems. Additionally, he served as an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Test Pilot and Engineer at Joby Energy for ten months in 2010-2011, where he contributed to the development of UAV technology in Santa Cruz, CA.
Education and Expertise
Scott Steiner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from California State University, Chico, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He also studied Flight Technology at Central Washington University for one year in 2004-2005 and pursued Aeronautical Engineering at San Jose State University for one year in 2011-2012. His educational background supports his expertise in unmanned flight technology.
Background in Aviation
Scott Steiner has over a decade of experience in the aviation industry, with a specific focus on unmanned aerial vehicles. His career spans various roles and companies, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of UAV systems and their operational capabilities. His experience includes both test piloting and engineering aspects of UAV development.