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starsCaptain UAV
Senior Drone Pilot
  • room Location: New York, New York, United States
  • group Position: Captain
  • play_for_work Job Type: Charter
Primary Aircraft
  • airplanemode_active UAV
  • attach_money Minimum Pay: $55,000.00 (Yearly)
  • attach_money Maximum Pay: $85,000.00 (Yearly)
Flight Time Requirements Snapshot
  • access_time Total Flight Time: N/A
  • person Pilot In Command: N/A
  • toll Turbine PIC: N/A
  • airplanemode_activeMulti Engine: N/A
  • queue_music Actual Instrument: N/A
Job Description

RESPONSIBILITES:
Operate advanced robotic platforms (e.g., Flyability, Voliro, Skydio, Deeptrekker) for confined space inspections, structural assessments, and data collection (visual, LiDAR, thermal, NDE, Sonar, etc.).
Conduct pre-mission planning including permitting, site assessment, operational path design, and risk mitigation.
Collaborate with robotics management and technical staff to develop, refine, and enforce field Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Provide technical mentorship and hands-on training to junior remote operators, robotics technicians, and support staff.
Lead and assist in equipment readiness checks, maintenance, and upgrades to ensure operational continuity.
Support field debriefs and operational feedback loops to continuously improve safety, data quality, and mission efficiency.
Maintain detailed operation logs, mission reports, and regulatory documentation.
Participate in technology evaluations, supporting testing and deployment of new robot systems, payloads, and data workflows.
Maintain compliance with federal, local, and client specific regulations, company policies, and safety protocols.
Stay current with industry's best practices and robotics technology advancements. ... Continue Reading

Minimum Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:
 5+ years related work experience is preferred.
Proven experience as a Drone Pilot, preferably in an engineering, construction, or environment.
Experience with confined space UAVs (e.g., Flyability) is highly preferred.
Strong knowledge of LiDAR, photogrammetry, and inspection-grade data acquisition techniques.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead field crews, especially in high-stakes or sensitive missions.
Multi-disciplinary experience or technical understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering concepts.
Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Access to a vehicle and a valid driver's license is required.
FAA Part 107 License is required.
OSHA 10 or 30 Hour and Confined Space Training is preferred.
The ability to travel to project sites is needed. ... Continue Reading

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