Drone Pilot

AERIUM Analytics; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven firm based in Calgary is seeking an experienced Drone Pilot for wildlife mitigation projects. The pilot will be responsible for all flight operations and safety, working from March to November 2026. Candidates must have quadcopter experience, pass a Transport Canada background check, and hold a valid passport and Class 5 Drivers License. The role includes working on a rotational basis with transportation coordinates from major airports. Applicants must also submit a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a Transport Canada background check.
• Position subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned RPAS for wildlife mitigation.
• Complete ground and flight operations including mission planning and debriefing.
• Supervise aircrew field operations and ensure ground/flight safety.

Skills

Quadcopter Experience

Safety First Attitude

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

Able to work under pressure

Transport Canada background check

Valid Passport

Class 5 Drivers License

Tools

Drone Technology

Job description

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AERIUM Analytics Inc. is a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) technology company based in Calgary, Alberta. AERIUM develops and deploys cutting edge drone-based technologies led by our ground-breaking RoBird® flapping wing drone, and best-in-class real time detection and reporting solutions. AERIUM’s unique integrated model encompasses Smart Wildlife Management, and our proprietary AI and ML based geospatial intelligence and specialized safety solutions.

Job Description:

AERIUM Analytics Inc. is currently seeking to fill the following role:

A Drone Pilot serving as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned RPAS for wildlife mitigation on an industrial facility. The PIC is responsible for completing ground and flight operations including mission planning, briefing, execution, debriefing, aircrew field supervision, and ground/flight safety. This RPAS Pilot must be able to work on a rotational basis from March 30th until November 15th, 2026, in Northern Alberta (Calgary based field & office training will start March 9th, 2026, subject to change due to weather). Transportation will be coordinated from YYC, YEG, or YMM. Potential contract extensions after November 15th will be discussed and will be dependent on project load within AERIUM.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Quadcopter Experience
• Safety First Attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Able to work under pressure
• Be able to pass Transport Canada background check
• Valid Passport and Class 5 Drivers License
• This position is subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

Bonus Skills:

• Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Pilot Certification
• H2S Alive, First-Aid, WHMIS, Wildlife Awareness Certifications
• Bird & Wildlife Identification Knowledge (specifically Waterfowl and/or Shorebird)
• Experience with plant ID and/or herbicide application

If interested, please submit both your resume and cover letter. Successful applicants will be contacted after the January 30th closing for interviews taking place in the second half of February. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AERIUM Analytics provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Other considerations: Client requires workers to have negative drug and alcohol test prior to start. Client requires workers to pass a background check prior to start.

Job Type: Contract/Seasonal

• French not required

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• Day shift

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