Remote Safety Pilot (Drone Pilot, GVC)

SkyBound; Greater London; Vor Ort; GBP 45.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health & wellbeing programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Sick pay

Parking and EV charging

Free tea, coffee and fruit

Development opportunities

Zusammenfassung

SkyBound in London Waterloo is seeking a Remote Safety Pilot/Coordinator to support safe, compliant flight operations of our Automated Drone Station (ADS). You will assist flight testing, mission planning, risk mitigation, and operational coordination across real-world deployments.

The role requires hands-on drone experience, a GVC certificate, and strong aviation safety knowledge. You will work with clients and internal teams, travel as needed, and help uphold safety and performance across

Qualifikationen

• GVC is essential for the role.
• Experience operating drones in real-world environments.
• Strong aviation safety and risk management knowledge.
• Ability to follow structured procedures and maintain records.
• Confident communication with clients and internal teams.

Aufgaben

• Conduct practical flight testing of the ADS.
• Lead risk mitigation activities and create risk assessments.
• Plan and coordinate flights using established procedures.
• Manage missions with SkyBound software.
• Liaise with clients to ensure smooth delivery.
• Produce reports and maintain detailed records.
• Capture data and ensure proper logging and storage.
• Uphold safety, compliance and operational excellence.

Kenntnisse

Aviation safety

Risk management

Structured procedures

Client communication

Independent travel

Ausbildung

GVC (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate)

A2 CofC

EASA A2

Thermography certification

Radio communications / voice procedures training

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Remote Safety Pilot/Coordinator

Location: London Waterloo

Right to work: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About SkyBound

SkyBound is a fast-moving, design-led tech company redefining automated drone operations. Our mission is to save, protect, and improve lives through intelligent, real-time aerial solutions. We combine cutting-edge AI, advanced visualisation, and next-generation drone technology to deliver rapid-response, high-impact tools across Rail, Highways, Ports, and more.

We’re scaling quickly and are now looking for a Remote Safety Pilot/Coordinator to support safe, compliant, and effective flight operations across our automated drone systems.

The Role

As a Remote Safety Pilot/Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in the safe delivery, testing, and coordination of SkyBound's automated drone systems (ADS). You’ll support practical flight testing, mission planning, risk mitigation, and operational coordination, ensuring every deployment meets the highest safety and compliance standards.

This role is ideal for someone with strong aviation discipline, excellent organisational skills, and hands-on drone experience - particularly those holding a GVC qualification and comfortable working in dynamic, real-world environments.

What you’ll do

• Conduct practical flight testing of the Automated Drone Station (ADS)
• Lead risk mitigation activities, including creation of risk assessments
• Plan and coordinate flights using established systems and procedures
• Manage missions using SkyBound's proprietary software
• Liaise directly with clients to ensure smooth operational delivery
• Produce accurate electronic reports and maintain detailed operational records
• Capture high-quality data and ensure correct logging and storage
• Uphold safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all activities

What you’ll need

• GVC (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate) - Essential
• Experience operating drones in real-world environments
• A strong understanding of aviation safety and risk management
• The ability to follow structured procedures and maintain accurate records
• Confident communication with clients and internal teams
• Comfort working independently and travelling as required
• Genuine interest in automated drone systems and emerging UAV technologies

Nice to have (training provided where needed)

• A2 CofC
• EASA A2
• Thermography certification
• Radio communications / voice procedures training
• Work at the forefront of automated drone technology
• Fast-paced, innovative culture where your work has real impact
• Health & wellbeing programme, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay and salary sacrifice schemes
• On-site parking and EV charging points when visiting HQ
• Free tea, coffee and fruit
• Internal and external development opportunities