About This Role
This role is for an RPAS Pilot to join the RPAS Operations team, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems in support of commercial, government, and special mission operations. The pilot will handle mission planning, flight execution, data collection, regulatory compliance, operational reporting, and maintaining high standards of aviation safety. This position supports operational excellence in dynamic and often remote environments.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive site surveys and technical risk assessments to identify operational hazards, environmental risks, terrain obstacles, and electromagnetic interference
- Develop mission plans and secure applicable airspace authorizations, flight permits, and operational approvals
- Assess weather conditions and forecasts to determine safe mission viability
- Perform pre-flight inspections of aircraft, payload systems, batteries, and mission equipment
- Verify regulatory, operational, and logistical requirements prior to every launch
- Safely operate RPAS platforms during missions in complex, multi-use, or restricted airspace
- Monitor real-time aircraft performance, battery/fuel telemetry, power consumption metrics, and automated system health alerts
- Maintain continuous situational awareness of surrounding airspace, weather conditions, terrain, and mission progress
- Communicate effectively using standardized aviation terminology with visual observers, sensor operators, ground crew, and project stakeholders
- Ensure accurate and complete collection of mission data and imagery by dynamically managing sensor settings, camera exposure, and aircraft stability in real time
- Execute emergency checklists immediately and decisively in the event of system failures, airspace incursions, or lost-link scenarios in remote environments
- Review mission outputs to verify data quality and compliance with client requirements
- Process, secure, and manage collected data in accordance with company and client standards
- Maintain detailed flight records, aircraft utilization logs, pilot logbooks, and operational documentation
- Report maintenance discrepancies, hardware issues, and software anomalies to the appropriate technical personnel
- Participate in safety meetings, debriefs, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Complete mandatory compliance documentation, submit operational irregularity reports (SRMS), and participate in safety and operational debriefs to foster organizational learning
Requirements
- Minimum five (5) years of experience as an RPAS Operator and/or Pilot in complex flight operations
- Strong understanding of aviation principles, regulations, airspace structure, meteorology, and aircraft systems
- Demonstrated ability to apply standard operating procedures, regulations, and company policies consistently and accurately
- Proven aircraft flight path management and mission execution skills
- Strong situational awareness and risk management capabilities
- Excellent problem-solving and operational decision-making skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills within operational environments
- Strong workload management and organizational abilities in fast-paced settings
- High degree of professionalism, accountability, integrity, and commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently in remote locations and dynamic operational environments
- Ability to travel extensively and work a flexible schedule
- Legally eligible to work for a Canadian company (e.g., be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or possess a valid work permit)
- Able to clear a Criminal Reference Check
- Vaccinated in accordance with international travel requirements and company policy
- In possession of, and maintain a valid passport at all times
Nice to have:
- Valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) or Commercial Pilot License
- Post-secondary education
- Successful completion of Transport Canada Advanced and Level 1 Complex RPAS Certifications, or the ability to obtain these certifications upon hire (training and certification costs may be provided)
Benefits
- Comprehensive, employer-paid benefits including extended health care, out-of-country medical coverage, life insurance, and an Employee & Family Assistance Plan
- Financial peace of mind through a retirement pension plan
Important Details
- Schedule: flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and irregular schedules is required based on operational and client requirements
- Team: reports to the Vice President, Operations
- Travel: frequent travel required to remote operating environments across Canada and internationally, including ship-board operations and extended field deployments
About the Company
Voyageur Aviation Corp. is a Canadian company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Chorus Aviation Inc. It offers a full suite of specialized aviation services, including engineering and maintenance capabilities, part sales and logistics management, aircraft leasing, and contract flying operations. Based in North Bay, Ontario, the company supports missions around the world, including humanitarian aid, cargo transport, and workforce mobility to remote areas.
