A drone pilot is responsible for operating a drone, which is sometimes called an unmanned aerial system (UAS). Drones are operated remotely, which is why drone pilots are also known as remote pilots. A drone pilot controls a drone, causing it to take off, stay on course, and land safely. Also, drone pilots conduct safety tests, oversee vehicle performance, and assess drone systems’ capabilities. They may also operate cameras or other equipment the drone carries.
Typical Duties And Responsibilities
- Check drones before a flight to ensure safe and proper operation
- Analyze weather forecasts to ensure safe flights
- Document pre- and post-flight logs
- Monitor drones during flight
- Coordinate with stakeholders and airport personnel
- Obtain required airspace waivers
- Perform equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Attend weekly training(s)
- Import data to ArcGis and create base layer orthomosaics in addition to Part 77 data
- Process data in Metashape to include stitching, cropping and uploading data to AWS
- Perform daily airfield inspections at assigned airfield
Education And Experiences
This position requires a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA.
Skills And Qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- Robust problem-solving abilities
- Excellent electronic and mechanical skills
- Expertise in multitasking
- Keen attention to detail
- Excellent pilot skills
- Must be travel ready
Typical Work Environment
Drone pilots are used in a variety of industries like the military, government organizations, agriculture, environmental, film, and mapping specialists. For the most part, they work outdoors regardless of rain, sunshine, or any other conditions, spending hours making sure they accomplish what the client ordered.
A drone pilot is responsible for operating a drone, which is sometimes called an unmanned aerial system (UAS). Drones are operated remotely, which is why drone pilots are also known as remote pilots. A drone pilot controls a drone, causing it to take off, stay on course, and land safely. Also, drone pilots conduct safety tests, oversee vehicle performance, and assess drone systems’ capabilities. They may also operate cameras or other equipment the drone carries.
Typical Duties And Responsibilities
- Check drones before a flight to ensure safe and proper operation
- Analyze weather forecasts to ensure safe flights
- Document pre- and post-flight logs
- Monitor drones during flight
- Coordinate with stakeholders and airport personnel
- Obtain required airspace waivers
- Perform equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Attend weekly training(s)
- Import data to ArcGis and create base layer orthomosaics in addition to Part 77 data
- Process data in Metashape to include stitching, cropping and uploading data to AWS
- Perform daily airfield inspections at assigned airfield
Education And Experiences
This position requires a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA.
Skills And Qualifications
- Strong communication skills
- Robust problem-solving abilities
- Excellent electronic and mechanical skills
- Expertise in multitasking
- Keen attention to detail
- Excellent pilot skills
- Must be travel ready
Typical Work Environment
Drone pilots are used in a variety of industries like the military, government organizations, agriculture, environmental, film, and mapping specialists. For the most part, they work outdoors regardless of rain, sunshine, or any other conditions, spending hours making sure they accomplish what the client ordered.
