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L. A. Stevens & Associates

Land Surveyor

Novato, CA · On-site

$45 - $70/hr

Perform boundary and topographic surveys, construction staking, and drone mapping. * Operate GNSS and conventional total station equipment. Office & Technical Work: * Prepare drawings and reports ...

Slayden

Senior VDC Engineer

Central Point, OR · Hybrid

$106K - $139K/yr

Leverage drone mapping workflows and datasets to further inform decision making, estimating, and quantity tracking. Advanced Visualization & Scheduling Support * Create 3D visualizations, renderings ...

Slayden

Senior VDC Engineer

Central Point, OR · Hybrid

$106K - $139K/yr

Leverage drone mapping workflows and datasets to further inform decision making, estimating, and quantity tracking. Advanced Visualization & Scheduling Support * Create 3D visualizations, renderings ...

Rango Inc.

Mine Manager

Quincy, WA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Drone Mapping & Tech Integration: Utilize an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) to conduct aerial drone mapping and stockpile estimations. * Financial & Compliance Ownership: Manage annual ...

Infrastructure Consulting & Engineering

SC

Key Responsibilities Drone Operations amp; Aerial Data Collection * Operate FAA-compliant drones to capture aerial imagery, videos, and mapping data for various projects. * Perform daily drone ...

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How much do drone mapping jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for drone mapping in the United States is $28.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drone mapping?

A Drone Mapping job involves using drones equipped with cameras or sensors to capture aerial imagery and data for creating maps, 3D models, and geographic analyses. Professionals in this field work in industries like construction, agriculture, mining, and surveying, providing high-resolution maps for planning and decision-making. They use specialized software to process drone-captured data into accurate visual representations of terrain, infrastructure, or land use. Strong technical skills in drone operation, GIS, and data analysis are often required.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a drone mapping professional?

As a Drone Mapping professional, your daily tasks often include planning flight paths, conducting drone surveys, collecting aerial data, and processing imagery with specialized GIS and mapping software. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and troubleshooting technical issues in the field. Collaboration is common, as you may work closely with engineers, surveyors, or project managers to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights. This role combines fieldwork with office analysis, offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to projects in construction, agriculture, environmental monitoring, and more.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the drone mapping position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Drone Mapping, you need strong skills in UAV/drone operation, geospatial data collection, and GIS software, typically backed by certifications such as FAA Part 107 and training in photogrammetry. Familiarity with mapping tools like Pix4D, DroneDeploy, and ArcGIS, as well as knowledge of relevant industry regulations, is essential. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication are important soft skills for accurate data interpretation and reporting. These capabilities are crucial for delivering reliable mapping data and collaborating effectively with project teams across various industries.

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Infographic showing various Drone Mapping job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 12% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,488 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

GIS & Drone Mapping Specialist

West Palm Beach, FL • On-site

Radise International LLC
Civil Engineering Construction • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

GIS & Drone Mapping Specialist

Location: West Plam Beach, FL
Employment Type: Full Time

About Smart Infratech

We are a leading AI solutions provider driven by the power of artificial intelligence and human expertise. Since our establishment in 2021, our mission has been to transform businesses through innovative AI-driven solutions. We have developed a strong foundation in AI technology and are committed to pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

Our vision is simple: “To transform the world by making civil infrastructure more intelligent.”

The Opportunity

We are looking for a GIS & Drone Mapping Specialist to join our growing technology team. You will work at the intersection of GIS + Drones.

You will collect and process aerial data, manage GIS datasets, create interactive maps, and help integrate drone, survey, engineering data.

What You’ll Do

· Manage, clean, analyze, and maintain GIS datasets for infrastructure and construction projects.

· Create professional maps, exhibits, dashboards, and web maps using ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise.

· Work with shapefiles, GeoJSON, KML/KMZ, geodatabases, CAD, survey, and raster data.

· Ensure spatial accuracy, coordinate systems, georeferencing, and data quality.

· Operate drones/UAVs for aerial mapping, construction monitoring, infrastructure inspection, and site documentation.

· Plan and execute drone missions and collect high-resolution imagery.

· Process imagery into orthomosaics, point clouds, DEMs, DSMs, and 3D models.

· Integrate drone data with GIS, CAD, Civil 3D, BIM, and project applications.

· Support construction progress, asset mapping, inspections, change detection, and site analysis.

What We’re Looking For

· Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Geomatics, Surveying, Civil Engineering, or related field.

· 3+ years of GIS/geospatial experience.

· 2+ years of hands-on drone/UAV experience.

· 2+ years of ArcGIS Pro experience.

· Experience with aerial imagery and drone mapping/photogrammetry.

· Strong understanding of coordinate systems, projections, georeferencing, and spatial data accuracy.

· Experience working with GIS, CAD, survey, or engineering data.

· Experience in construction, transportation, infrastructure, surveying, geotechnical, water, or environmental projects.

· Experience with DJI Terra, Pix4D, DroneDeploy, Metashape, or similar platforms.

· AutoCAD / Civil 3D experience.

· ArcGIS Online / Enterprise experience.

· Experience with Power BI, ArcGIS Dashboards, Python, SQL, or web GIS.

· Commercial/professional drone pilot certification or authorization, where applicable.

Technical Skills

ArcGIS Pro | ArcGIS Online/Enterprise | Drone/UAV Operations | Photogrammetry | Aerial Imagery | AutoCAD/Civil 3D | GIS Data | Orthomosaics | Point Clouds | DEM/DSM | Web GIS

What Makes This Role Different?

You won’t just be creating maps.

You’ll help turn real-world infrastructure into intelligent digital information.

Your work may start with a drone flying over a construction site and end with that data becoming part of a GIS platform, dashboard, digital twin, or infrastructure monitoring application.

If you’re excited about GIS, drones, infrastructure, and emerging technology, we’d like to hear from you.

Benefits

· Flexible schedule

· Work with GIS, UAV technologies

· Collaborate with engineers, developers, surveyors, and technology teams.

Experience:

  • ArcGIS Pro: 3 years (Required)
  • AutoCAD / Civil 3D: 3 years (Preferred)
  • GeoJSON, shapefiles, KML/KMZ: 3 years (Preferred)
  • Power BI or GIS dashboards: 3 years (Preferred)


Work Location: In person