Drone Pilot & 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.