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Insitu, Inc.

Flight Test Operator 3

Bingen, WA · On-site

Discover a career in Aviation where you are a part of the UAS future while working in a supportive ... Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location. Typical Hiring ...

Virginia Tech

UAS Test Site Research Operator

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

UAS Test Site Research Operator Apply now Back to search results Job no: 536670 Work type: Research ... Not eligible for overtime Appointment Type Restricted Salary Information 65,172 - 97,758 Hours per ...

Insitu

Flight Test Operator 3

Bingen, WA · On-site

Discover a career in Aviation where you are a part of the UAS future while working in a supportive ... Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location. Typical Hiring ...

GDIT

UAS Pilot - Entry

Atlantic City, NJ · On-site

$55K - $74K/yr

Small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) Remote Pilot (also known as P107 Operator) | Federal Aviation ... Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual ...

GDIT

UAS Pilot-Entry

Atlantic City, NJ · On-site

$48K - $62K/yr

... of safely operating UAS platforms. * Security Clearance Level: FAA Suitability Background ... Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual ...

Airbus

UAS Technical Field Representative

Bingen, WA · On-site

Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes ... Customer & Operator Training: Conduct technical briefings and practical training sessions for ...

Skydio, Inc

Field Support Representative

$100K - $120K/yr

... UAS Operator and Trainer. * Provide on-the-job (OJT) training to customers in the areas of ... The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000*. Fundamentally, we believe ...

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How much do uas operator salary jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for uas operator salary in the United States is $20.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Uas Operator Salary vs Drone Pilot Salary?

AspectUas OperatorDrone Pilot
CertificationsPart 107 Remote Pilot CertificatePart 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Work EnvironmentConstruction, agriculture, surveyingFilming, inspections, events
Industry UsageCommercial drone operationsCommercial drone operations

Both Uas Operators and Drone Pilots typically hold the Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and work in similar environments. The main difference lies in the job focus: Uas Operators often handle operational logistics and maintenance, while Drone Pilots primarily focus on flying and capturing footage. Salary differences are usually minimal but can vary based on specific roles and industries.

Do Uas operators make good money?

UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) operators typically earn a median salary ranging from $50,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Certified operators with specialized skills in drone technology and regulations can earn higher wages, especially in sectors like surveying, agriculture, or film production.

What does a UAS operator do?

A UAS (Unmanned Aerial System) operator is responsible for flying and controlling drones, often using remote controls or software. They perform tasks such as aerial photography, surveying, inspection, and data collection, typically requiring certification and knowledge of safety regulations. UAS operators may work in industries like agriculture, construction, or media, often following strict operational protocols.
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Infographic showing various Uas Operator Salary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,738 per year, or $20.1 per hour.

UAS CSO/Mission Planner, Palmdale CA - Level 5-Palmdale, California

LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION

Agua Dulce, CA

$145K - $269K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 396 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

41st of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Standard Job Description
You will be the CSO/Mission Planner for an Advanced Development Program. Our team works with Production Support and Test & Evaluation teams to ensure effective build out of developmental and implementation of official training, documentation and operational capabilities.
You will also be a primary advanced UAS operator and lead instruction for Type I and Type IV training of both company and customer students/operators.
What You Will Be Doing
As a CSO/Mission Planner your responsibilities will include:
• Provide Flight/Sim Operations support as an aircraft Combat Systems Operator (CSO) and mission planner.
• Will perform academic classroom training, planning and aircraft ground and flight/sim training for customer aircrew.
• Perform technical and mission planning, real-time troubleshooting, analysis, and evaluation of systems, and provide recommendations to improve Human Machine Interface of aircraft and ground station functionality.
• Provide avionics expertise and support to engineering, design developmental teams, training, customer support and marketing teams regarding aircrew interfaces.
• This job is based out of our facility in Palmdale, CA. Travel will be required to remote locations for system upgrades and delta training.
Basic Qualifications
• 8+ Years Experience operating large UAS under DoD instruction/regulations w/500 hours minimum primary time.
• Current or demonstrated experience as an instructor from any DoD Branch.
• In-depth knowledge of military publications and understanding of NAS/ICAO requirements for large UAS operations.
• In-depth knowledge/understanding of aircraft survivability strategies and tactics.
• Current Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain program access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Desired Skills
• Advanced UAS Operations: Experience with integration, operation and ground control of various UAS platforms.
• Undergraduate Combat Systems Officer Training (UCT).
• Excellent communications skills, including the ability to brief test results to executive leadership.
• Experience in flight testing with the ability to work with engineering to develop solutions to integration issues and to bridge our customers with the LM engineering teams.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $145100.00 - $269500.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow-both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
  • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
  • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912

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