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Matrix Research, Inc.

UAS Drone Internship

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

UAS Drone InternshipMatrix is looking for an outstanding student in a UAS Drone Internship position that shares our passion for solving challenging problems for our customers. This Position is ONSITE ...

DeAngelo Contracting Services

Drone Spray Technician

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Perform drone spray applications in an industrial environment * Operate in full compliance with FAA ... Interest in research & development and creating processes * Strong problem-solving skills and ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Sr. Drone Controls Engineer

Orem, UT · On-site

$84K - $111K/yr

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Sr. Drone Controls Engineer

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$84K - $111K/yr

... research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical ... We are seeking an Sr. Drone Controls Engineerto develop and implement precision aircraft flight ...

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How much do drone research jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for drone research in the United States is $78,816.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $88,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Drone Research vs Drone Pilot?

AspectDrone ResearchDrone Pilot
Required CredentialsRelevant degrees in engineering, robotics, or related fields; certifications in drone operation may be beneficialFAA drone pilot certification; practical flight experience
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, or offices; focus on development and testingOn-site or remote flight operations; outdoor and indoor environments
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech companies, defense contractorsCommercial, agricultural, media, and government sectors

Drone Research involves developing new drone technologies, conducting experiments, and analyzing data, often requiring technical degrees and research experience. Drone Pilots operate drones in the field for various applications, focusing on flight skills and certifications. While both roles involve drones, Drone Research emphasizes development and analysis, whereas Drone Pilots focus on operational flight tasks.

Infographic showing various Drone Research job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 7% As Needed, and 86% Full Time. Highlights an 93% In-person, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,816 per year, or $37.9 per hour.

UAS Drone Internship

Https://www.matrixresearch.com/

Dayton, OH

$14.25 - $17/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

UAS Drone Internship

Matrix is looking for an outstanding student in a UAS Drone Internship position that shares our passion for solving challenging problems for our customers. This Position is ONSITE at our Dayton, OH location.


HOW WILL THIS POSITION CONTRIBUTE?

Mission: Help us fulfill our mission of utilizing a UAS Drone to advance our capabilities, and work with and learn from our exceptional technical staff.

How: Using industry best practices and knowledge from your educational program.

WHAT SKILLS ARE NEEDED?

Required:

  • Enrolled in a UAS training program at an accredited institution
  • Knowledge of UAS operations
  • Perform and document UAS maintenance
  • Perform UAS operations
  • Applicant must be a US citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a US DoD security clearance
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions
  • Ability to work with others in a friendly professional manner
  • Detail oriented

Desired or Will Train:

  • PX4 flight stack familiarity
  • MAVSDK familiarity
  • Part 107 Qualified
  • Proficient in C++/Python

WHO IS MATRIX RESEARCH?

Matrix Research is an employee-owned, small business advancing the state of the art in radar systems, radio frequency, and sensor exploitation technologies. Two thirds of our staff hold advanced degrees in Engineering, Mathematics, or the Physical Sciences. Our programs span basic research through the demonstration and low- rate production of advanced sensing systems, subsystems, and components.


WHY WORK WITH US?

We work with a purpose: Make the world safer through the development and delivery of advanced technologies.

We work as a team: We are a collaborative company comprised of highly-educated industry leaders in radar systems, image and signal processing, machine learning, hardware development, and software engineering.

We support our employees with industry-leading benefits: As an employee-owned company, we embrace quality benefits, including a 20% no-match-required retirement plan, accrued 4 weeks of vacation annually, substantially-subsidized health and dental insurance, discretionary annual bonuses, and many more.

We support our employees with work/life flexibility: We offer hourly pay for all positions - ensuring individuals are fairly compensated for hours worked while supporting a flexible work commitment.

We transform ideas into reality: Our programs range from groundbreaking research to field deployment of advanced systems developed inhouse.

Matrix Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, veteran's status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other protected class set forth by federal or state law, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.

Matrix is a Drug-Free Workplace


This job description is designed to provide general guidance in job tasks and is not meant to be all-inclusive of the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. As business demands and needs change, the essential functions of this position may be updated to reflect the needs of Matrix Research, Inc.


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