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Test Sensor Operator II

Adelanto, CA ยท On-site

$81K - $141K/yr

... flights. * Assist UAV Pilots in coordinating flight paths test point execution, and sensor ... Participates in the demonstrations and testing of aircraft systems and payloads. * Participate in ...

Day Job Travel: Yes - 10% of the time Minimum Clearance Required: TS.SCI_wPoly Clearance Level Must ... Transition to operations to include: development; operator training; payload initialization and ...

UAV Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL ยท Hybrid

$86K - $198K/yr

R0241711 UAV Software Engineer The Opportunity: Booz Allen is building the next generation of ... This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the ...

Senior Software Engineer

West Palm Beach, FL ยท On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Design and implement custom operator control station (OCS) user interfaces for USV, UAV, and UGV ... payload control using the ATAK-CIV and ATAK-MIL SDKs * Build heads-up display (HUD) overlays ...

Senior Software Engineer

West Palm Beach, FL ยท On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Design and implement custom operator control station (OCS) user interfaces for USV, UAV, and UGV ... payload control using the ATAK-CIV and ATAK-MIL SDKs * Build heads-up display (HUD) overlays ...

Our HAPS be deployed in a matter of days and at a fraction of the cost of traditional ... operators, climate researchers, civil and defense agencies. At Sceye, we aim high, and we want you ...

Our HAPS be deployed in a matter of days and at a fraction of the cost of traditional ... operators, climate researchers, civil and defense agencies. At Sceye, we aim high, and we want you ...

Senior Software Engineer

West Palm Beach, FL ยท On-site

$118K - $156K/yr

Design and implement custom operator control station (OCS) user interfaces for USV, UAV, and UGV ... payload control using the ATAK-CIV and ATAK-MIL SDKs * Build heads-up display (HUD) overlays ...

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How much do day uav payload operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for day uav payload operator in the United States is $25.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Uav Payload Operator vs Drone Pilot?

AspectDay Uav Payload OperatorDrone Pilot
CertificationsFAA Part 107 or equivalent, payload-specific trainingFAA Part 107 or equivalent, flight operation certification
Work EnvironmentControlled environments, focusing on payload deployment and data collectionVarious environments, including outdoor and remote areas, focusing on flying the drone
Employer & IndustrySurveying, agriculture, inspection companiesMedia, real estate, construction, inspection services

The main difference is that a Day Uav Payload Operator specializes in managing and deploying payloads like cameras or sensors, while a Drone Pilot primarily focuses on flying and navigating the drone. Both roles require FAA Part 107 certification, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.

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Customer Success Specialist - I

Inspired Flight Technologies Inc.

San Luis Obispo, CA

$20 - $30/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Customer Success Specialist I

Inspired Flight Technologies is seeking a Customer Success Specialist I to join our Customer Success team and help deliver a high-quality support experience for customers operating Inspired Flight UAV platforms. This role serves as a frontline point of contact for customer inquiries, ensuring operators receive timely guidance and support as they deploy and use Inspired Flight systems.

The Customer Success Specialist I plays a key role in helping customers successfully adopt and operate our products. Responsibilities include responding to support inquiries, assisting with troubleshooting, and providing training to ensure customers can safely and effectively use their aircraft and payload systems. This role also supports customer onboarding and works closely with internal teams to maintain a high standard of customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate is customer-focused, technically curious, and comfortable communicating with operators in the field. Experience with UAV operations or related technology is a plus, but a strong willingness to learn and develop technical expertise is essential.

This position reports to the Customer Success Manager and offers an opportunity to grow within a fast-moving UAV company while helping build and scale customer success processes in a dynamic startup environment.

Typical responsibilities:

  • Monitor and manage incoming support calls, emails, and support tickets
  • Provide timely responses to customer questions and basic technical issues via phone, email, and remote support tools
  • Assist customers with product setup, onboarding, and operational guidance
  • Deliver customer training on the safe and proper operation of Inspired Flight drones and payload systems, both virtually and in person
  • Escalate complex technical issues to Customer Success II or Engineering teams as needed
  • Maintain clear documentation of customer interactions and support cases
  • Contribute to the improvement of training materials, support documentation, and internal knowledge resources
  • Represent Inspired Flight professionally in all customer interactions

You'll excel in this role if:

  • History with hardware-based technology businesses
  • Use drones for industrial or government purposes
  • Familiarity with Hubspot or other CRM ticketing systems
  • Strong communication & critical thinking skills
  • UAV Pilot experience and/or an FAA Part 107 License

Education/Experience Requirements:

  • Associates or bachelors degree in relevant field or at least two years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 1+ year experience in a technical support role

Salary & Benefits Offered:

  • $20-30 per hr
  • Paid Time Off
  • World Class Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Plan
  • 401k w/ 6% company match
  • Bonus Opportunities

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Inspired Flight is deeply committed to building a workplace where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer that seeks to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neurodiversity, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.