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How much do trainee rov pilot technician jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee rov pilot technician in the United States is $37,968.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30,000.00 and $42,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician job?

A Trainee ROV Pilot Technician is an entry-level role in the offshore industry, assisting in the operation and maintenance of remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) used for underwater tasks. Responsibilities include learning to pilot the ROV, performing inspections, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining equipment. Trainees work under experienced pilots and technicians to develop the necessary skills and knowledge. The job often involves working offshore on vessels or rigs for extended periods. Strong technical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to work in challenging environments are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Trainee Rov Pilot Technician position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician, you need a foundational understanding of electronics, mechanics, and hydraulics, often supported by vocational qualifications or technical diplomas. Familiarity with remote operated vehicle (ROV) controls, subsea tools, and industry safety certifications like IMCA or OPITO are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a willingness to learn in dynamic environments will help you stand out. These abilities are essential to ensure safe, effective ROV operations in challenging offshore or subsea conditions.

What does a typical work schedule look like for a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician?

As a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician, you can expect to work in shifts—often as part of a rotation schedule such as two weeks on, two weeks off—depending on the location and project needs, especially for offshore assignments. Your daily responsibilities may include assisting with ROV launch and recovery, performing preventative maintenance, monitoring equipment status, and supporting senior pilots during operations. The work is usually team-based and highly collaborative, requiring close coordination with engineers, supervisors, and other vessel crew members. While the schedule can be demanding, it offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and quickly advance within the field.
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Infographic showing various Trainee Rov Pilot Technician job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 2% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 95% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,968 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Flight Instructor

FlightSafety International

Moonachie, NJ

Other

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

FlightSafety International rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 189 rated education and training

Job description

Salary Range: [[salaryMin]] - [[salaryMax]]

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, education, skills, and experience as well as market demands. These factors impact the salary/wage offered. 

Benefits:

FlightSafety offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes vacation, sick leave, a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.

About FlightSafety International      

FlightSafety International is the world's premier professional aviation training company and supplier of flight simulators, visual systems and displays to commercial, government and military organizations. The company provides training for pilots, technicians and other aviation professionals from 167 countries and independent territories. FlightSafety operates the world's largest fleet of advanced full-flight simulators and award-winning maintenance training at Learning Centers and training locations in the United States, Canada, France and the United Kingdom.

Purpose of Position

The Flight Instructor delivers exceptional ground and simulator flight instruction in accordance with aviation regulations and FlightSafety Training principles.

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Conduct pilot ground and simulator training for clients receiving core, specialty or enrichment training courses.
  • Develop and prepare training materials that support training delivery to meet the client needs in accordance with the applicable curriculum.
  • Evaluate and measure trainee progress and recommend for qualification, or additional training.
  • Complete accurate training records specific to each client, aiding their success in achieving the requested objective(s).
  • Identify client training issues and seek assistance prior to execution.
  • Maintain Instructor qualifications in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Minimum Education
  • No requirement.
Minimum Experience
  • Must be able and willing to participate in FlightSafety's DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program
  • An unrestricted ATP certificate, or an ICAO member state Airline Transport Pilot License
  • If no ATP, must meet the requirements of:
  • 14 CFR part 61.153
  • 14 CFR part 61.64 without a Supervised Operating Experience (SOE) limitation. 
  • A minimum of one unrestricted PIC type rating;
  • Preferred: FAR Part 135, FAR Part 121, or military training experience;
  • Preferred: 2,500 hours of total flight time
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Knowledge of aviation safety standards and practices
  • Knowledge of common aviation regulations
  • Ability to manage classes and teach effectively
  • First-level facilitation skills
  • First-level customer service skills
  • Ability to be coachable and receive feedback to support development
Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.

Must possess physical range of body motion to perform the following: Reach, exert pressure and manipulate the rudder controls and/or anti-torque with both feet. Reach and manipulate numerous controls within the Simulator device from the Instructor's chair. Enter and exit from the Simulator device via the provided ramp. Move between the Instructor station, screen and podium while instructing in the classroom. Exit from malfunctioned Simulator while the device is in a severely pitched attitude. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee may work in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and vibration.

FlightSafety is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of required compliance reviews, including verification that the candidate is not prohibited from employment under U.S. economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

This position may require access to export-controlled technology or services subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment consideration and any offer of employment are contingent upon the applicant's ability to comply with these requirements, including qualifying as a "U.S. Person" under applicable regulations or otherwise eligible for export authorization within a timeframe consistent with business needs. A "U.S. Person" includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (holders of approved and unexpired green cards), and certain refugees or asylees with protected status under U.S. law.

This position may also require eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance for the duration of employment.

Cybersecurity Notice: All official recruiting communication from FlightSafety International will come from an @flightsafety.com email address.  FlightSafety International will never ask for personal or financial information through social media or third-party email providers.

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