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Collabera Technologies

Drone Operator

Yuma, AZ · On-site

The role supports R&D initiatives focused on developing and testing advanced drone and aerial delivery technologies. * The candidate will perform mission planning, drone operations, data collection ...

NVT Staffing

Drone Soldering Technician

Manassas, VA · On-site

$23/hr

Join Our Team as a Drone Soldering Technician - Contract Opportunity in Manassas, VA Are you ... Use multimeters and continuity testing to verify connections. Ensure compliance with internal ...

NVT Staffing

Drone Soldering Technician

Manassas, VA · On-site

$23/hr

Join Our Team as a Drone Soldering Technician - Contract Opportunity in Manassas, VA Are you ... Use multimeters and continuity testing to verify connections. Ensure compliance with internal ...

Experis/Manpower Group

Drone Operator

Tolleson, AZ · Remote

$42/hr

Operate drones via Remote Control for research, development, and testing missions. * Support mission planning, pre-launch activities, and perform lightweight drone maintenance. * Conduct logistics ...

T3i, Inc.

FPV Drone Technician & Assembler

San Antonio, TX

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Assembler is responsible for the assembly, configuration, programming, testing, and maintenance of FPV (First-Person View) drones. This role requires hands-on technical expertise with FPV drone ...

Seventh Dimension

Drone Operator

Fort Liberty, NC · On-site

Comprehensive testing will be conducted to ensure proficiency for safe and effective drone operations. Duties and Responsibilities: * Operate drones during training exercises to simulate different ...

Mach Industries

Field Drone Technician

Huntington Beach, CA · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

... testing, and mission-critical operations. This role executes established procedures and ... Stay current with evolving drone technologies, FAA rule changes, and industry trends. Required ...

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Drone Operator

Collabera Technologies

Yuma, AZ • On-site

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Drone Operator Contract: Phoniex , Arizona, US Salary Range: 35.00 - 40.00 | Per Hour Job Code: 369380 End Date: 2026-06-13 Days Left: 29 days, 5 hours left Apply Job Title: Support Engineer II Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite) Duration: 6 months (Extension/Conversion possible) Pay Range : 35$/hr -40$/hr The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable ) Role Summary
  • We are seeking a Part 107 certified Drone Operator / Support Engineer II with strong hands-on commercial drone flying experience.
  • The role supports R&D initiatives focused on developing and testing advanced drone and aerial delivery technologies.
  • The candidate will perform mission planning, drone operations, data collection, and lightweight maintenance in a highly safety-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
  • Operate drones using remote control in manual (non-GPS) mode
  • Execute data collection missions and flight operations
  • Perform mission planning and operational readiness activities
  • Conduct lightweight drone maintenance tasks
  • Work variable schedules including night shifts (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
  • Travel to offsite locations daily using company-provided vehicles
  • Adapt to changing schedules based on daylight and mission requirements
  • Support R&D team in testing next-generation drone technologies
  • Participate in operational safety and logistics planning
Must-Have Requirements
  • Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
  • Minimum 2+ years of commercial drone piloting experience
  • At least 50+ logged flight hours (professional experience)
  • Experience flying larger commercial drones (not just DJI)
  • Ability to fly in manual mode (no GPS assistance)
  • Strong pre-flight planning skills
  • Experience in aviation safety / Safety Officer role preferred
Physical ability to:
  • Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
  • Stand/walk 8-10 hours with breaks
  • Perform frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
  • Experience in commercial UAS industry operations
Nice to Have (Plusses):
  • FPV drone flying experience
  • Photography / videography experience
  • Filming background
  • Gaming or simulator experience
  • Experience with Pixhawk-based systems
Work Conditions
  • Night shift: 3 PM - 11:30 PM
  • Onsite field operations with travel between locations
Job Requirement
  • drone
  • 107 certification
  • 107
  • remote pilot
  • Drone pilot
  • video
  • Video operator
  • Photography
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  • Sarayu Gangula
  • sarayu.gangula@collabera.com
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