About This Role
This contract, project-based role involves hands-on flying as a Commercial UAV Pilot, supporting field operations across the U.S. It suits an experienced pilot who is comfortable working independently, traveling for extended rotations, operating in remote locations, and safely completing commercial UAV missions in changing field conditions.
Responsibilities
- Fly commercial UAV missions for mapping, inspection, imagery, LiDAR, and other data collection
- Operate DJI Mavic Series aircraft and other enterprise/heavy-lift UAV platforms
- Complete daily flight planning, airspace checks, weather assessments, and equipment inspections
- Work around utilities, transmission corridors, construction sites, and remote terrain
- Coordinate with field crews and project managers to safely complete daily production goals
- Maintain flight logs and required field documentation
- Troubleshoot basic aircraft, controller, GNSS, and field equipment issues
- Take care of company equipment and keep aircraft mission-ready
- Follow FAA regulations, project requirements, and site-specific safety procedures
Requirements
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
- 50+ documented commercial UAV flight hours
- Commercial experience with DJI Mavic Series UAVs
- Strong understanding of airspace, weather, flight planning, and FAA Part 107 operations
- Valid driver's license
- Willingness to travel and work extended field rotations
- Able to work independently and make good decisions in the field
Nice to have:
- 100+ documented commercial UAV flight hours
- OSHA 30
- Experience with enterprise/heavy-lift UAV platforms
- Utility or transmission-line inspection experience
- UAV LiDAR or photogrammetry/mapping experience
- RTK/PPK experience
- Experience operating in remote or challenging terrain
- Experience working around active utility, construction, or infrastructure projects
Important Details
- Travel: High travel / field-based
About the Company
This company is looking for a Commercial UAV Pilot to support its field operations on projects throughout the U.S.
