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Turner Mining Group

Entry Level Drone Operator Pilot

$20 - $21/hr

The ideal candidate will be willing to travel long distances from their base of operations ... Must have a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License. * Preference will be given to candidates ...

Skydio, Inc

Senior Manager, Training

... drone hardware, software, dock, remote operations, and mission workflow solutions across complex ... The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $180, 000*. Fundamentally, we believe ...

Skydio, Inc

Program Manager, Commercial Programs

$140K - $170K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key ... The annual base salary range for this position is $140,000 - $170,000*. Fundamentally, we believe ...

Wing

Navigation Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site +1

$182K - $242K/yr

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics ... This role will be based in Palo Alto, CA, or remote within the United States . This position seeks ...

Berkley

Property Claims Specialist - Wisconsin

Appleton, WI · Remote

$85K - $120K/yr

Must have a valid drone remote pilot certificate or be willing to get certified. * Understanding of ... Base Salary Range: $85k-$120k Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability ...

Auterion

Enterprise Solutions Engineer

Seattle, WA · Remote

S. government as the future standard for its drone programs. We are looking for an Enterprise ... Work within the Enterprise team in Zurich as a remote engineer and collaborate with other ...

Berkley

Property Claims Specialist - Wisconsin

Appleton, WI · Remote

$85K - $120K/yr

Must have a valid drone remote pilot certificate or be willing to get certified. * Understanding of ... Base Salary Range: $85k-$120k Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability ...

Auterion

Enterprise Solutions Engineer

Seattle, WA · Remote

S. government as the future standard for its drone programs. We are looking for an Enterprise ... Work within the Enterprise team in Zurich as a remote engineer and collaborate with other ...

Auterion

Enterprise Solutions Engineer

Seattle, WA · Remote

S. government as the future standard for its drone programs. We are looking for an Enterprise ... Work within the Enterprise team in Zurich as a remote engineer and collaborate with other ...

Wing

Regional Logistics Manager, North America

$133K - $177K/yr

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics ... This role is Remote based in the United States. This position manages regional logistics for Wing ...

Skydio, Inc

Deployment Engineer - Southeast

$115K - $135K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key ... The annual base salary range for this position is $115,000 - $135,000*. Fundamentally, we believe ...

Skydio, Inc

Customer Success Manager, Commercial

$120K - $160K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key ... Drive a hands-on approach with our customers as-needed from fieldwork to remote engagements

Skydio, Inc

Field Support Representative

$100K - $130K/yr

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key ... The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $130,000*. Fundamentally, we believe ...

Space Kinetic

What's Your Passion

El Segundo, CA · On-site +1

... drone technology (low-cost, operationally flexible, attainable, distributed) to space missions ... Segundo, CA, or possibly remote. What We offer: * Competitive Base Salary + Equity-Based ...

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What is the difference between Remote Drone Base vs Remote Drone Pilot?

AspectRemote Drone BaseRemote Drone Pilot
CredentialsFAA Part 107 certification often requiredFAA Part 107 certification typically required
Work EnvironmentOperational hub or command center for drone operationsFlying drones remotely, often from home or designated locations
Employer & IndustryDrone service companies, security firms, or media agenciesMedia, agriculture, inspection, or security sectors
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to drone operations managementUnderstanding remote flying responsibilities and skills

Remote Drone Base refers to the operational hub where drone activities are coordinated, while Remote Drone Pilot involves the actual remote flying of drones. Both roles often require FAA Part 107 certification and are integral to industries like media, agriculture, and security. The base serves as the command center, whereas the pilot executes drone flights remotely, often from home or designated locations.

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Entry Level Drone Operator Pilot

Entry Level Drone Operator Pilot

Turner Mining Group

Remote

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Our client, Firmatek is seeking self-motivated, innovative people with a passion for drone flight to travel nationwide and manually fly a drone to inspect utility infrastructure. Firmatek utilizes a variety of platforms to capture high-resolution cameras to capture detailed visual data of the power lines and associated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be willing to travel long distances from their base of operations, sometimes for weeks at a time, and able to work both independently with no direct supervision and on a team. Adaptability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn are essential to success in this position.
IMPORTANT: Drone Operator Pilots have a very heavy schedule. There is a great deal of nationwide travel associated with this job, often requiring extended periods away from home including weekends and/or holidays. Almost every week Pilots are scheduled for jobs more than a few hours from their home location. Many jobs are a day's drive away or greater at times. Additionally, storm and disaster response work can be scheduled at a moment's notice when requested.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform image data collection using high resolution cameras and thermal imagery using a combination of LiDAR, drone photogrammetry, and FLIR equipment.
  • Conduct pre-flight and post-flight operations, including but not limited to airspace coordination, equipment assembly and tear-down, and hazard mitigation.
  • Develop a flight plan that outlines the inspection route, waypoints, and areas of focus to ensure comprehensive coverage.
  • Employ thermal imaging capabilities to detect anomalies, hotspots, or potential issues that may not be visible to the naked eye.
  • Employ proper flight techniques, including smooth maneuvers, maintaining appropriate distances from power lines, and capturing images from multiple angles for accurate analysis.
  • Be prepared to troubleshoot technical challenges that may arise during the inspection, such as signal interference, battery life, or camera calibration.
  • Ensure data integrity by regularly checking for image quality, sensor accuracy, and proper data storage to minimize errors or inaccuracies.
  • Perform quality checks on collected data to ensure accuracy and that the client's needs will be met.
  • Serve as a point of contact with clients regarding project scope, scheduling needs, deliverables and follow-up.
  • Interact with members of the public to explain the nature of the work being conducted.
  • Manual flights for inspection of power lines and poles.
  • Strong ability to learn and master multiple software packages, data collection platforms, and associated workflows.
  • High attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Must have a current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with an applied knowledge of Utility infrastructure, GIS mapping, & proficiency in manual flight maneuvers in narrow right of ways.
  • Be responsible for the operation and maintenance of supporting equipment including a 4x4 truck, computer workstation, on-board inverters, and batteries.
  • Must be able to use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hardhats, protective eyewear, boots, safety vests, and 2-way radios.
  • Perform physically demanding work involving frequent standing, sitting, kneeling, bending, stooping, climbing up ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, and lifting and carrying equipment up to 60 lbs.
  • Willingness to travel away from home for extended periods, many times longer than two weeks.
  • Exposure to extreme weather conditions.
  • Ability to drive for extended periods.
  • Working around industrial hazards

Qualifications and Skills
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot License - Required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $47,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Provided by Company:
  • Company Truck
  • Company Phone
  • Company Laptop
  • Company Drones
  • Hotels covered by company
  • Daily meal per-diem for days you wake up in a hotel

Work Location: On the road.

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