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Percheron LLC

Survey Drone Pilot

Katy, TX · On-site

Serve as Pilot-in-Command and/or Visual Observer of the sUAS. * Operate Percheron aircraft safely and effectively in accordance with all Percheron policies and procedures. * Facilitate hazard ...

WSP

Survey Crew Chief

Asheville, NC · On-site

Knowledge of FAA sUAS Part 107 requirements and sUAS Pilot Licensure with relevant flight experience * Associates Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology or related areas * Experience with ...

Acuren Inspection, Inc.

UAS Drone Pilot III

Hamilton, OH · On-site

Operate small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) to inspect electrical infrastructure in accordance ... Valid FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or equivalent regulatory certification for commercial ...

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WSP

Survey Crew Chief

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Knowledge of FAA sUAS Part 107 requirements and sUAS Pilot Licensure with relevant flight experience * Associates Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology or related areas * Experience with ...

WSP

Survey Crew Chief

Albuquerque, NM

Knowledge of FAA sUAS Part 107 requirements and sUAS Pilot Licensure with relevant flight experience * Associates Degree in Surveying, Engineering Technology or related areas * Experience with ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Have a sUAS pilot license (Part 107) and Technical proficiency with drone flight software and hardware. * Have used Software Development Lifecycle tools suites like Azure DevOps or Atlassian. * Have ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Have a sUAS pilot license (Part 107) and Technical proficiency with drone flight software and hardware. * Have used Software Development Lifecycle tools suites like Azure DevOps or Atlassian. * Have ...

DS2

Software Engineer - Defense R&D

Niceville, FL

$80K - $110K/yr

Have a sUAS pilot license (Part 107) and Technical proficiency with drone flight software and hardware. * Have used Software Development Lifecycle tools suites like Azure DevOps or Atlassian. * Have ...

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How much do suas pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for suas pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Suas pilot?

A SUAS (Small Unmanned Aerial System) Pilot operates drones for various applications, such as aerial photography, surveying, inspections, or security. They ensure safe and legal drone flights by following FAA regulations and company protocols. SUAS pilots may work in industries like construction, agriculture, public safety, or film production. Responsibilities often include mission planning, equipment maintenance, and data collection.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Suas pilot position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a SUAS (Small Unmanned Aerial Systems) Pilot, you need a comprehensive understanding of drone operation, strong spatial awareness, and typically a relevant FAA Part 107 certification or other required licensure. Experience with flight planning software, GPS navigation, and familiarity with maintenance and troubleshooting of SUAS hardware is often essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and quick decision-making set outstanding SUAS Pilots apart. These abilities ensure legal compliance and safety while delivering accurate data collection or aerial services across various industries.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Suas pilot?

As a SUAS Pilot, your daily responsibilities often include pre-flight planning and equipment inspection, operating drones for specific missions such as aerial surveying or inspections, and post-flight data management. You may work closely with teams in fields like construction, agriculture, or public safety to ensure mission objectives are clearly understood and achieved. Maintaining flight logs and adhering to aviation regulations are also ongoing tasks. The role can involve both independent fieldwork and close collaboration with project managers and analysts, offering a dynamic and varied work environment.

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Infographic showing various Suas Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

Survey Drone Pilot

Percheron LLC

Katy, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Description
UAS Pilot is a field position with some office work; the candidate will be working outside and needs to be prepared to work in various weather and site conditions. Other duties include various field work/support, maintaining equipment (aircraft and accessories), communicating with FAA when applicable, completing various reports as well as other office work.
Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Serve as Pilot-in-Command and/or Visual Observer of the sUAS.
  • Operate Percheron aircraft safely and effectively in accordance with all Percheron policies and procedures.
  • Facilitate hazard identification and safety risk analysis.
  • Coordinate flight schedules, logistics, FAA airspace approvals, and maintenance.
  • Perform field maintenance and preventive maintenance on aircraft, sensors, and support equipment.
  • Plan and execute missions with various flight control software (DJI, Litchi, Pix4DCapture, Autopilot, Mission Planner etc.).
  • Process and check data captured (Pix4D, ArcMap, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, etc.)
  • Upload captured data to the appropriate location on Client/Company FTP site.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements
  • FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107).
  • Experience using autonomous flight/mission planning software.
  • Approximately 200+ Flight hours of commercial UAS operations under Part 107 or equivalent hobby related experience.
  • 18 years or older.
  • Proficient in English language.
  • Basic Microsoft Office and Adobe skills.
  • Ability to travel in and out of state (ranging from 3-4 days up to 3-4 weeks).
  • The ability to stand for long hours and move/lift up to fifty-five pounds may be necessary.
  • The ability to walk/hike through rugged terrain is a requirement.
  • Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player.
  • Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
  • Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with manager (may require working an adjusted work schedule based on project assigned and work overtime if warranted).
  • Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
  • UAS systems and/or R/C model building experience is a plus.
  • Knowledge of photography/videography and experience using a DSLR cameras and/or thermal cameras.
  • Knowledge of aerial LiDAR.
  • Knowledge of Photogrammetry.
  • Experience towing a trailer.
  • Experience driving a UTV in rugged terrain.
  • Experience and/or knowledge of surveying.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
  • Spends 75/25 of the time in a field/office environment.
  • Is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
  • Is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to forty-five pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

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