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Insitu

UAS Operator 3 (Remote/Deployable)

Bingen, WA · On-site +1

Insitu has an immediate need for a UAS Operator with previous Insitu product experience, ideally with the Integrator aircraft and/or Maritime deployments. You will play a critical role in operating ...

Parsons Corporation

$134K - $241K/yr

Support operator development and training progression plans. * Support the standardization and continuous improvement of UAS operational and training practices. * Conduct in-house instructor ...

Heven AeroTech

UAS Flight Test Operator

Bingen, WA · On-site

UAS Flight Test Operator Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Bingen, Washington FLSA: Non-Exempt About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people-we build our ...

Heven AeroTech

UAS Flight Test Operator

Bingen, WA

UAS Flight Test Operator Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Bingen, Washington FLSA: Non-Exempt About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people--we build our ...

Heven AeroTech

UAS Flight Test Operator

Bingen, WA

UAS Flight Test Operator Company: Heven AeroTech Location: Bingen, Washington FLSA: Non-Exempt About Our Company: At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we don't just believe in the power of people-we build our ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for uas operator 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.

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To thrive as a UAS Operator, you need strong piloting skills, situational awareness, and a deep understanding of drone technology, typically supported by an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or relevant military/commercial credentials. Familiarity with ground control software, flight planning tools, GPS systems, and UAS maintenance procedures is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help operators excel in both independent missions and collaborative operations. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient, and compliant execution of unmanned aerial systems operations across various applications.

What is a UAS Operator job?

A UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) Operator is responsible for piloting drones for various applications, such as aerial surveying, reconnaissance, photography, and inspections. They ensure safe and legal operation by following aviation regulations and mission-specific protocols. UAS Operators may work in industries like defense, agriculture, construction, or emergency response. Their tasks include flight planning, equipment maintenance, data collection, and reporting. Some positions require specialized training or certifications, depending on the type of drone and industry.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a UAS Operator?

As a UAS Operator, your daily responsibilities often include pre-flight checks, mission planning, navigating and piloting the drone during operations, and collecting or analyzing aerial data. You may also be responsible for troubleshooting equipment, maintaining logs, and ensuring all flights adhere to regulatory safety standards. Depending on the industry, you could collaborate closely with surveyors, engineers, public safety officials, or media teams. Flexibility is important, as tasks can vary based on client needs, weather conditions, and site locations. This dynamic work environment offers opportunities to continually develop new technical and team-based skills.

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UAS Operator 3 (Remote/Deployable)

UAS Operator 3 (Remote/Deployable)

Insitu

Bingen, WA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Insitu has an immediate need for a UAS Operator with previous Insitu product experience, ideally with the Integrator aircraft and/or Maritime deployments. You will play a critical role in operating and maintaining unmanned aircraft systems for various platforms. Your expertise will be utilized to coordinate customer missions, deliver full-motion video and payload data, and provide high-touch customer service on our products.

You will have the opportunity to be deployed around the world with our products to support our customer's important missions.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate unmanned aircraft systems in compliance with checklists and safety protocols.
  • Conducts preflight planning to include mission briefings weather forecasts, Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs), Special Instructions (SPINs) and airspace requirements.
  • Evaluates customer's mission requirements and determines operational needs.
  • Collect and analyze data obtained from flights; complete post-mission reports/logs.
  • Collaborate with team members and customers to plan and execute UAS mission.
  • Performs UAS and ground support equipment testing, troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Coordinates with Company subject matter experts to resolve issues beyond the scope of field maintenance capability, as needed.
  • Conducts inventory of UAS spares/components and reports cycle counts.

Required:

  • Minimum 3+ years of prior experience operating and/or maintaining UAS platforms.
  • Knowledge and experience providing direct support and service to customers in a field environment.
  • Strong customer service background and excellent communication skills
  • Must be willing to deploy to remote and at times austere environments for 4-to-6-month assignments; willingness to travel up to 70% of the year.
  • Ability to pass customer-mandated medical, dental, and psychological pre-deployment screening process.
  • Ability to carry up to 40 lbs. and work in outdoor environments, including at times extreme high and low temperatures, and variable weather.
  • An active DoW Secret clearance.

Preferred:

  • Maritime deployed experience.
  • Integrator, or RQ21 experience.
  • Experience delivering system training; ability to apply knowledge of instructional skills.
  • Current qualifications on ScanEagle or Integrator; Operator/Maintenance and/or Mission Coordinator qualifications
  • Other relevant experience working with UAS (ex. training, flight test, engineering)
  • Prior military experience or experience working with military customers.
  • Top Secret Clearance
  • Basic networking skills

Typical Education and Experience:

  • Associate degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or a comparable combination of education, military and/or work experience.

Offer contingent upon selected applicant providing a current FAA Class 2 Medical certificate.

Due to the rotational and assignment-based nature of this position, you are not required to live near the home offices in Bingen, WA / Hood River, OR, but may live remotely in the continental United States (excludes Hawaii, US territories, and foreign jurisdictions). Occasional travel to the Bingen, WA area may be required.

At Insitu, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
Insitu also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability programs and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire.
Please note that the salary information show below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications and work location.

Typical Hiring Range: 30.40 - 41.80

Insitu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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