Drone Pilot Jobs

A Drone Pilot in the transportation industry operates unmanned aircrafts, commonly known as drones, for various purposes such as delivering goods, inspecting infrastructure, and acquiring aerial data. They are responsible for navigating the drones safely and efficiently, ensuring adherence to regulations, maintaining the drones, and conducting pre-flight inspections. Crucially, they are also tasked with interpreting and analyzing data collected by the drone. Therefore, essential skills for a Drone Pilot include excellent hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, technical proficiency, analytical abilities, understanding of aviation laws, and strong communication skills.

Before becoming a Drone Pilot, a candidate may have held roles such as a survey technician, where they would acquire skills in data collection and analysis; or as a photographer or videographer, where they could gain familiarity with drone operation for capturing images or footage. In some cases, a background in logistics or transportation could also be beneficial. Drone Pilots should be certified by a recognized authority, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States. This often requires passing an aeronautical knowledge test, hence, a good understanding of aviation is necessary. Further, having a Remote Pilot Certificate or similar credentials is typically a requirement for professional Drone Pilots.

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Survey Crew Chief/Drone Pilot

  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 1 day ago

We are currently searching for a motivated Survey Crew Chief/Drone Pilot to support our Midwest Region in * Dayton, OH. * The Survey Crew Chief/Drone Pilot position reports to the Survey Operations...

Aerial Drone Pilot? Videographer? Read On...

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Requirements: MUST live in the greater San Francisco Bay Area with reliable and presentable transportation, valid drivers license, clean driving record, and willing to travel within a 30-50 miles radius...

Need Side Work? Drone Operators, Tradesmen, Handymen Needed!

  • Vineyard, UT
  • 1 day ago
  • Vineyard, UT
  • 1 day ago

IF YOU NEED SIDE WORK, WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE, HIGH-PAYING SIDE GIG FOR YOU! We operate in over 25 states and we're now hiring 3 individuals in the Provo/Orem area who can perform pre-booked solar...

IF YOU NEED SIDE WORK, WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE, HIGH-PAYING SIDE GIG FOR YOU! We operate in over 25 states and we're now hiring 3 individuals in the Northern Utah area who can perform pre-booked solar...

Drone Pilot/Geospatial Field Technician

  • SC
  • 2 days ago
  • SC
  • 2 days ago

In this Role, your Responsibilities Will Be: The Geospatial Field Technician / Drone Pilot (CVI) is responsible for effective and efficient data collection at customer sites around the country using...

Remote Work

Need Side Work? Drone Operators, Tradesmen, Handymen Needed!

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

IF YOU NEED SIDE WORK, WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE, HIGH-PAYING SIDE GIG FOR YOU! We operate in over 25 states and we're now hiring 3 individuals in the Philadelphia area who can perform pre-booked solar...

Bench Integration Specialist / UAS Pilot

  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

SUMMARY: WinTec Arrowmaker, Inc. is a defense contractor dedicated to providing outstanding program management, engineering, logistics, on-time deliverables, and operations to support Department of...

UAS Operator

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 2 days ago

Ensure all drone operations are conducted in compliance with FAA regulations, department policies, and applicable laws....

Intern - Drone Pilot

  • Lexington, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 5 days ago

Great attention to detail and stress tolerance; Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 highly desired A minimum of 2 years previous construction drone pilot experience preferred Analyze sales...

Update information regarding new FAA regulations and UDX standards....

Need Side Work? Drone Operators, Tradesmen, Handymen Needed!

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

IF YOU NEED SIDE WORK, WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE, HIGH-PAYING SIDE GIG FOR YOU! We operate in over 25 states and we're now hiring 3 individuals in the Philadelphia area who can perform pre-booked solar...

Need Side Work? Drone Operators, Tradesmen, Handymen Needed!

  • Bellmawr, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Bellmawr, NJ
  • 6 days ago

IF YOU NEED SIDE WORK, WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE, HIGH-PAYING SIDE GIG FOR YOU! We operate in over 25 states and we're now hiring 3 individuals in the Philadelphia area who can perform pre-booked solar...

Mechanical and Electrical Specialist & Drone Pilot

  • Home, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Home, KS
  • 7 days ago

driving record....

Local Production Company Seeks Licensed Drone Operator with Equipment (Phoenix) compensation: TBD Local production company seeks licensed drone operator with equipment to provide 4k footage of...

Skydio Drone Operator - Xfinity Center

  • Mansfield, MA
  • 9 days ago
  • Mansfield, MA
  • 9 days ago

All employees must adhere to established COVID-19 safety regulations and procedures....

Drone Pilot Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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DJI Drones: How To Become The Ultimate Pilot
**** Compatible with DJI Spark, Mavic Pro or Phantom 4 Drones **** Fly with confidenceFly safely and within your lawsFly without crashing or damaging your new droneGet silky smooth, cinematic...
Private Pilot Ground School
This is a three-day workshop that took place during the MIT Independent Activities Period (IAP) in January, 2019. This workshop aims to provide information for students to prepare for the FAA...
Safe Drone Flight - Procedures & Practices for New Pilots
Despite what some drone manufacturer marketing materials may claim, flying a drone is a complicated thing. While drones may be able to "fly themselves" using Artificial Intelligence and collision...

Salary for Drone Pilot Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTransportation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Drone Pilot positions.



Highest Education Level

Drone Pilots offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.1%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
Master's Degree
5.2%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Drone Pilots
2-4 years
51.4%
4-6 years
19.8%
1-2 years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.3%
10+ years
7.2%
Less than 1 year
6.1%


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