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Division 7 Roofing

DRONE PILOT

Galena, OH · Remote

Are you passionate about aerial technology and turning data into powerful visuals? Division 7 ... Process imagery into orthomosaics, 3D models, and digital elevation maps using photogrammetry ...

Zeitview

LIDAR Pilot (Drone)

Austin, TX · Remote

Zeitview is the leading intelligent aerial imaging company for high-value infrastructure, providing ... Aspects include remote pilot operations, executing flight operations to established performance ...

Zeitview

LIDAR Pilot (Drone)

Austin, TX · Remote

Zeitview is the leading intelligent aerial imaging company for high-value infrastructure, providing ... Aspects include remote pilot operations, executing flight operations to established performance ...

Systems Planning and Analysis

UAS Pilot

Bowie, MD · Remote

SPA has an immediate need for an UAS Pilot to work in Bowie, MD Responsibilities * Maintain full ... remote-control UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems), including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Pallet

Strategic Sales - Remote

OR · Remote

$250K - $350K/yr

This role is fully remote with travel to customers and events. You'll partner closely with Sales ... Build CFO-ready business cases and run structured evaluations: discovery, workflow mapping, pilot ...

Pallet

Strategic Sales - Remote

$250K - $350K/yr

Build CFO-ready business cases and run structured evaluations: discovery, workflow mapping, pilot ... Remote office home stipend to get you comfy in your space * Daily catered lunches provided

The Pueblo of Sandia

Geospatial UAS Analyst

Bernalillo, NM · Remote

$37.54 - $42.24/hr

Serves as the primary Remote Pilot in Command for aerial data acquisition and manages the end-to-end lifecycle of drone-based mapping from flight planning to complex post-processing. Responsible for ...

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As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote aerial mapping pilot in the United States is $50,453.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $53,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Aerial Mapping Pilot vs Drone Surveyor?

AspectRemote Aerial Mapping PilotDrone Surveyor
CredentialsFAA Part 107 certification, drone pilot licenseFAA Part 107 certification, survey-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote operation, often from home or officeFieldwork, on-site surveys, or remote data analysis
Industry UsageMapping, GIS, construction, agricultureLand surveying, construction, environmental assessment

Remote Aerial Mapping Pilots primarily operate drones remotely to capture aerial data for mapping and GIS projects, often working from a remote location. Drone Surveyors typically perform on-site surveys and data collection, sometimes using drones but also employing traditional methods. Both roles require FAA certification, but their work environments and industry applications differ, with Remote Aerial Mapping Pilots focusing on remote data collection and processing, while Drone Surveyors often engage in fieldwork for precise land measurements.

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Infographic showing various Remote Aerial Mapping Pilot job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 59% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 3% Temporary, 29% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 77% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,453 per year, or $24.3 per hour.
Jr. Drone Pilot (Jr. Unmanned Aerial Systems Pilot) - West Texas Region

Jr. Drone Pilot (Jr. Unmanned Aerial Systems Pilot) - West Texas Region

Arch Aerial LLC

Kermit, TX • Remote

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Arch Aerial LLC is seeking a highly motivated candidate interested in a Jr. Drone Pilot (Jr. Unmanned Aerial Systems Pilot) role to assist and execute drone-based data collection missions focused on aerial mapping data, leak detection data, and other hyper-spectral payload data, primarily on Arch Aerial's customers' energy assets in West Texas and New Mexico. Travel will be required from time to time.
The candidate should expect a majority of in-field work operating unmanned aerial systems. In-field work will be in industrial applications with West Texas (hot) conditions in the summer, and West Texas (cold) conditions in the winter, which are physically demanding.
This is an entry level position with immediate opportunities for training, however previous experience with the DJI M300/M350 specifically, and DJI aircraft in general, are a huge advantage to a candidate. Those with previous experience using leak detection equipment for methane scouting are also highly encouraged to apply.
Students, recent graduates, or those looking to enter the unmanned aerial systems field are appropriate candidates, however skills and requirements are listed further below, and preference will be given to those with the skills listed as primary and secondary traits. Integrity and organizational skills are highly valued (more so than a specific educational degree). This is a full-time position.
FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
The Drone Pilot (UAS Pilot) will be responsible for:
Primary Duties
  • Assisting (the Operations Manager, Western Region) with the daily collection of drone-based aerial mapping (visible spectrum), drone-based aerial leak detection (methane laser), and drone-based aerial hyper-spectral data (OGI and other payloads).
  • Conducting UAS (drone) operations at construction sites, pipeline right of ways, pump stations, refineries, well pads, and other facilities.
  • Daily and monthly maintenance of drone and ground based equipment, and vehicles.
  • Assisting with daily compiling of inspection reports.
  • Assisting Jr. Data Technicians or Jr. UAS Pilots in the same region. These Jr. Data Technicians and Jr. UAS Pilots will assist both the West Texas region, but also overflow for data from other regions in times of high demand.
  • Assisting with creation, measurement, and delivery any additional reporting.
  • The Drone Pilot (UAS Pilot) applying for this position will also be required from time to time, to assist with daily data delivery for overflow data collected at other regions of the company's operational footprint.
  • Driving to and on Arch Aerial's customers' assets on relevant projects.
  • Assist with Arch Aerial LLC data management initiatives for current work and archival strategies.
  • Being a constant ambassador and sales-minded representative of the company when interacting with peers, other operators, or other service companies in the field.
  • Being a safety-minded operator that protects their own individual safety and the integrity of the equipment they are operating.

Requirements
Primary Requirements:
  • Adobe Acrobat Proficiency
  • Dropbox Proficiency
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Windows and Mac OS Proficiency
  • Safety-Minded Attitude
  • Ability and willingness to travel beyond West Texas and NM from time to time.

Secondary Traits (not required but will make the candidate highly competitive)
  • Part 107 Remote Pilot Endorsement (current)

Tertiary Traits (not required, and not as important as secondary traits, but may be complimentary traits)
  • DJI M300 Piloting Experience
  • OGI Certification
  • TWIC Card (current)
  • Thermographer I Certification
  • Adobe Photoshop Proficiency
  • Adobe Premiere Proficiency
  • Adobe After Effects Proficiency
  • Ground Photography Proficiency

The ideal candidate will also possess the following character traits:
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects at a time with strong attention to detail.
  • Strong organization skills.
  • Highly efficient.
  • Self - starter willing to develop and suggest improvements to process and method to managers when they observe such opportunities.
  • Strong work ethic.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to create materials that communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively.

Training Opportunities
  • Although candidates with the Part 107 Remote Pilot Endorsement will be preferred, candidate will have the opportunity to apprentice, train, and test for the Part 107 UAS Remote Pilot Endorsement if not already held.
  • Although candidates with DJI M300 series experience will be preferred, candidate will have the opportunity to apprentice, train for DJI M300 series experience if not already held.
  • OQ Certification.
  • Methane detection and hyper-spectral payloads.
  • Cloud data management.
  • Photogrammetry.
  • LiDAR

Benefits
Not immediately eligible for benefits. Eligible for optional benefits program effective in the 2027 calendar year if employed with the company with the required amount of time prior to October 1, 2026 and maintaining full-time hours. Additional details provided upon interview.

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