Drone Pilot cum Drone Instructor

Salary: $3,500–$6,000

Responsibilities

Drone Pilot Responsibilities:

\- Conduct UAV flight missions for various project requirements, ensuring safety and operational effectiveness.

\- Plan flight routes, prepare equipment, and carry out on-site drone operations.

\- Perform post-processing tasks such as video editing, orthophoto stitching, mapping, and report preparation.

\- Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot UAV systems and equipment.

\- Assist in internal test flights, demonstrations, and data collection activities.

\- Ensure all operations comply with aviation regulations and company standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Drone Instructor Responsibilities:

\- Prepare and deliver drone training programmes for students of different skill levels.

\- Provide instruction on drone components, flight controls, safety procedures, and airspace regulations.

\- Conduct hands-on training in drone handling, flight manoeuvres, and mission execution.

\- Monitor student progress and provide guidance to build confidence and competency.

\- Take control of UAVs during emergency or unsafe situations during training.

\- Maintain training records and assessment reports.

\- Report training-related incidents to the Head of Department.

Requirements

\- Minimum Diploma in any discipline or equivalent qualification.

\- At least 1–3 years of relevant experience in drone operations, UAV projects, or technical field operations.

\- Strong technical aptitude with hands-on operational capability.

\- Good understanding of drone flight operations, safety procedures, and aviation regulations.

\- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

\- Responsible, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented.

\- Able to work in outdoor and field-based environments.

\- Willing to travel overseas for project deployments and training assignments.

\- Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.