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Remote Robot Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Placement of a HUGO surgical robot in the hospital requires full-time support for an account ... Track milestones to demonstrate the value delivered for the pilot site * This is a fully remote ...

Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer

Salem, OR · On-site +1

$139K - $217K/yr

About The Role As a Sales Solutions Engineer at Agility Robotics, you will play a critical role in ... Estimate technical effort for customizations, third-party integrations, and pilot programs ...

Transformation Strategist || Remote (EST)

$124K - $160K/yr

Drive expansion within accounts - turning pilots into company-wide rollouts through demonstrated ... Familiarity with automation or AI platform deployments (RPA, workflow tools, or similar) preferred

Designing robotic and electromechanical systems for remote handling of materials in high ... Experience deploying or working on pilot plants or unmanned manufacturing systems About Oklo travel ...

AI Business Analyst

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$65 - $80/hr

Remote (Preferred locations Minneapolis MN., Denver CO. or Milwaukee WI.) Employment Type ... Define, track, and analyze pilot metrics to determine scalability and ROI * Maintain well ...

Remote (Preferred locations Minneapolis MN., Denver CO. or Milwaukee WI.) Employment Type ... Define, track, and analyze pilot metrics to determine scalability and ROI * Maintain well ...

AI Business Analyst

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$65 - $80/hr

Overview Location: Remote (Preferred locations Minneapolis MN., Denver CO. or Milwaukee WI ... Define, track, and analyze pilot metrics to determine scalability and ROI * Maintain well ...

Systems Architect

Mountain View, CA · On-site +1

$190K - $300K/yr

As a Systems Architect at Reliable Robotics, you will be a part of the Systems team and will report ... Define the relationship between the vehicle, pilot, and support system for remotely operated ...

... robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed ... Remote - Eastern United States * Travel: Approximately 30-40% throughout the territory Territory ...

... robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed ... Remote - Eastern United States * Travel: Approximately 30-40% throughout the territory Territory ...

... robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed ... Remote - Eastern United States * Travel: Approximately 30-40% throughout the territory Territory ...

... robotics and industrial automation sectors. Founded in Silicon Valley with strategically placed ... Remote - Eastern United States * Travel: Approximately 30-40% throughout the territory Territory ...

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How much do remote robot pilot jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote robot pilot in the United States is $28.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $32.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Robot Pilot, and why are they important?

To excel as a Remote Robot Pilot, you need strong spatial awareness, hand-eye coordination, and experience with robotics or remote vehicle operation, often supported by relevant technical training or certifications. Familiarity with teleoperation software, real-time control systems, and specialized input devices is typically required. Outstanding problem-solving abilities, situational awareness, and clear communication help individuals adapt to unexpected scenarios and collaborate with team members. These skills are crucial for ensuring precise, safe, and efficient operation of robots in remote or hazardous environments.

What are some common challenges faced by Remote Robot Pilots when operating robots in unfamiliar environments?

Remote Robot Pilots often encounter challenges such as navigating unpredictable terrain, dealing with limited or delayed sensory feedback, and adapting to different robot platforms. Since pilots operate robots from a distance, they must rely on camera feeds and sensor data, which can sometimes lag or provide incomplete information. It’s crucial to develop strong spatial awareness and problem-solving skills to safely and efficiently control robots, especially when collaborating with on-site teams or engineers to troubleshoot unexpected issues.

What is a Remote Robot Pilot?

A Remote Robot Pilot is a professional who operates robots from a distance, typically using specialized software, remote controls, or computer interfaces. These robots can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, logistics, and even space exploration. The role involves monitoring, guiding, and troubleshooting robots while ensuring that they perform their tasks efficiently and safely. Remote Robot Pilots often work from a central control room or even from their home, depending on the technology and employer. This job requires technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond quickly to changing situations.

What is the difference between Remote Robot Pilot vs Remote Drone Operator?

AspectRemote Robot PilotRemote Drone Operator
CredentialsRobotics certifications, technical trainingDrone pilot licenses, FAA certifications
Work EnvironmentRobotics labs, industrial sites, remote control centersOpen fields, construction sites, remote locations
Industry UsageManufacturing, logistics, researchAerial photography, surveying, delivery services
Common Search IntentRobotics control, automation jobsDrone flying, aerial operations

While both roles involve remote operation of unmanned systems, a Remote Robot Pilot typically controls robotic systems in industrial or research settings, requiring robotics-specific skills and certifications. A Remote Drone Operator mainly manages aerial drones for photography, surveying, or delivery, often needing drone-specific licenses. The roles overlap in remote control technology but differ in environment, industry focus, and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Remote Robot Pilot job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,744 per year, or $28.2 per hour.
Robotic Clinical Specialist

Robotic Clinical Specialist

Medtronic

Baltimore, MD • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Medtronic rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 169 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

174th of 529 rated manufacturers


Job description

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 10 Jul 2026


Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the LifeWe are seeking a committed professional to join our team. While this is a remote position not located at a physical Medtronic site, the candidate hired will be required to reside within the territory and drive to multiple accounts throughout the region. A valid driver's license is essential for this role.

The Surgical Robotics Utilization Team manages all aspects of system installation, start-up, customer training, account analysis, drive and optimize the robotic program. Placement of a HUGO surgical robot in the hospital requires full-time support for an account specific period to ensure successful integration into the hospital's service lines. The utilization team members are seasoned professionals with in-depth knowledge of the healthcare value chain as well as a broad experience across multiple disciplines. They partner with all relevant hospital stakeholders to drive complex transformational changes, implement innovative growth strategies, streamline patient-focused care pathways and optimize operations.

Medtronic (NYSE: MDT), the largest and most successful medical technology company in the world is entering the market of Robotic Assisted Surgery (RAS). We are seeking talented individuals that are eager to use all their skills and competencies to quickly deploy our ground-breaking robotic assisted surgical therapies to patients, surgeons and hospitals in several countries in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Territory: VA, Washington DC, and MD

As a Robotics Clinical Specialist you will be responsible for the successful integration of our HUGO RAS-system into a hospital. This might be an expansion of a current robotic surgery program, the creation of a new robotic surgery program or a shift from another platform to ourHUGO RAS-system. The main activities of a start-up specialist include:

  • Meet with the robotic program stakeholders and develop program goals and metrics for HUGO RAS-system. Conduct regular program review meetings to remain on-track

  • Develop a surgeon training plan, coordinate attendance at Medtronic's off-site training and arrange for proctored cases post-training as needed

  • Develop a training plan to support staff to include attendance at a Medtronic off-site training class and support staff through their learning curve

  • Support the technology adoption by attending to cases during a surgeon and staff member's learning sessions

  • Utilize change management techniques to engage clinical stakeholders and attain buy-in

  • Coach hospitals' staff to promote skill transfer and achieve self-sufficiency in operational excellence

  • Cooperate with Medtronic field service engineer (FSE) and the hospital staff to prepare the operating room to host the HUGO RAS-system.

  • Track milestones to demonstrate the value delivered for the pilot site

  • This is a fully remote role. It will be required to travel thought the country >75%.

Must Haves

  • Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of clinical, sales or related experience

OR

  • Advanced Degree with 0 years of related experience

  • Ability to relocate to a major implementation site is required

  • Willingness to travel throughout your country (>75%).

Nice to Haves

  • 12-18+ months clinical selling experience in an operating room environment

  • Knowledge and experience of operating rooms and surgery procedures.

  • Demonstrated ability to operate from idea generation and strategy development through detailed implementation and results in delivery.

  • Understanding the impact of quality and regulatory requirements.

  • Strong and demonstrable project management skills.

  • Ability to integrate a customer team and coach it to continuously improve its performance.

  • Experience in change management with the ability to standardize process optimization and change management activities into a reproducible package that could be deployed in different places by different people.

  • Strong analytical, excellent interpersonal and research skills.

  • Familiarity with hospital workflows and the ability to navigate complex healthcare environments.

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

  • Proven track record of successfully managing multiple projects simultaneously.

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Apply only through official Medtronic channels. All legitimate Medtronic recruiting communications come from approved Medtronic platforms and official @medtronic.com email addresses.


Medtronic will never ask for payment or sensitive personal information (such as bank account or Social Security details) during early stages of the hiring process. Any such requests are not legitimate.


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If you have any questions, concerns regarding the authenticity of a communication alleged to have been made by or on behalf of Medtronic, please contact us immediately at AskHR@medtronic.com.

Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$68,000.00 - $102,000.00The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
In addition to Base Salary, this position is eligible for a Sales Incentive Plan (SIP), which provides the opportunity to earn significant incentive compensation for achieving or exceeding your goals.

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

Further details are available at the link below:

Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.


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