Drone Pilot

JR United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK drone platform provider seeks two motivated Drone Pilots/Operators for international projects. This role involves operating advanced fixed-wing drones on critical missions, requiring a passion for aviation technology and the ability to work in diverse environments. Candidates should have experience in drone operations and a commitment to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience operating or piloting drones in a commercial or military setting preferred.
• Currently based in the UK with relevant right to work.
• Ability to spend 4-6 weeks away from home in the field.

Responsibilities

• Pre-flight mission planning and conducting risk assessments.
• Collecting field data and performing basic UAV maintenance.
• Supporting other operators and colleagues in the field.

Skills

Passion for aviation technology

Safety-conscious approach

Team-focused attitude

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Remote - Anywhere UK, with international deployment

Airbotics Talent has partnered with a leading UK drone platform provider that operates on an international scale with world-class technology. Our client has secured several large international projects, requiring the hiring of two Drone Pilots / Operators motivated to work overseas on a rotation basis.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to operate cutting-edge fixed-wing drones in an international environment on critical commercial and humanitarian missions.

You will be responsible for pre-flight mission planning, conducting risk assessments, developing Concepts of Operations (ConOps), and ensuring safety standards compliance. Additionally, you will collect field data, perform basic UAV maintenance and repairs, and complete necessary documentation. Working as part of a close-knit team, you will support other operators and colleagues in the field to deliver complex missions and shared goals, as well as support broader training and development initiatives.

Requirements

• A passion for aviation technology and a safety-conscious approach
• Experience operating or piloting drones in a commercial or military setting (preferred)
• A positive, team-focused attitude supporting colleagues in achieving goals
• Currently based in the UK with the relevant right to work
• The ability to spend 4-6 weeks away from home in the field, both domestically and internationally

We are starting the shortlisting process immediately. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application with an attached CV for consideration.

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