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Know Skydio drone, controller, and cloud products inside and out, and proactively seek clarity on ... At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base ...

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Failure Analysis Engineer

Hayward, CA · On-site

$147K - $170K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key ... Flight controllers * Wiring harnesses and connectors * Electromechanical assemblies * Conduct ...

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Senior Motor Architect

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$211K - $224K/yr

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics ... The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity ...

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Head of Manufacturing

San Francisco, CA · On-site

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How much do full time drone controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time drone controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Drone Controller vs Part Time Drone Operator?

AspectFull Time Drone ControllerPart Time Drone Operator
CredentialsFAA drone certification, relevant licensesFAA drone certification, may be optional for limited hours
Work EnvironmentOffice, field, or remote settings, regular hoursFlexible hours, project-based or occasional
Employer & IndustryCompanies in media, agriculture, constructionFreelance, part-time roles in similar industries
Search & Comparison IntentSeeking stable employment with benefitsLooking for flexible, short-term work

Full Time Drone Controllers typically work regular hours with stable employment, requiring certifications and often benefits. Part Time Drone Operators usually work on a flexible basis, may have similar certifications, but focus on short-term or project-based tasks. The choice depends on your desired work schedule and career stability.

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What are the most commonly searched types of Drone Controller jobs? The most popular types of Drone Controller jobs are:
Infographic showing various Full Time Drone Controller job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Locum Tenens, 88% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 89% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Senior Flight Control Hardware Engineer

DMR TECHNOLOGIES INC

Lafayette, LA • On-site

$55K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Senior Flight Control Hardware Engineer
Lafayette, LA | Full-Time | Drone Electronics
Help design the hardware behind America's next generation of drones.
DMR Technologies is seeking a Flight Control Hardware Engineer to lead the design, revision, validation, and production of our drone flight control electronics.
This position owns hardware from concept through production while working alongside firmware and manufacturing teams.
What You'll Do
  • Design and revise flight controller hardware
  • Create schematics and PCB layouts
  • Select components and manage EOL replacements
  • Support prototype builds and production
  • Optimize manufacturability
  • Collaborate with firmware engineers
What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years of hardware design experience
  • Altium, PADS, or similar PCB tools
  • Drone, robotics, aerospace, or industrial electronics
  • Experience with GNSS, RTK, IMU, MCU, power electronics
  • Mass production experience
Bonus Points
  • RF or EMC design
  • Agricultural drone experience
  • High-speed PCB design
Why DMR?
  • Own critical hardware architecture
  • American manufacturing
  • Fast-moving engineering environment
  • Competitive compensation and benefits