Drone Pilot

Zoho; Ahmednagar; On-site; INR 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

F4F is seeking a Drone Pilot to execute data collection across agroforestry and reforestation sites. You will operate drones, capture imagery, process data, and collaborate with field teams and farmers to support project monitoring in dynamic field environments.

The role requires travel across Maharashtra and frequent fieldwork, with a focus on accuracy and data integrity for monitoring activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in drone data collection.
• Proficient in operating drones and managing complex field situations.
• Ability to process and analyze drone-collected data to extract meaningful insights.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Maharashtra and occasionally outside the state for data collection.

Responsibilities

• Operate drones to capture high-quality imagery and data across agroforestry plots.
• Regularly update the data collection tracker and upload collected data to the cloud.
• Process drone data using Pix4D to generate outputs such as orthomosaics.
• Coordinate with farmers, field teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations on the ground.

Skills

Drone operation

Field data collection

Communication with farmers

Tools

Pix4D

Job description

Ahmednagar, India | Posted on 10/06/2026

F4F is a Hybrid Social Enterprise working to protect and increase India’s biodiverse forest cover in close collaboration with rural communities. Founded in December 2019, F4F is one of the few organizations in India working in the forestry sector and using a payment-for-ecosystem services model for its environmental protection and restoration activities.

We have also featured on DW TV and Scroll's Eco India series as well as DW Hindi . We have also been selected as one of India's top innovators working in the ecosystem restoration and conservation sector by the World Economic Forum .

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Drone Pilot to execute drone-based data collection across F4F’s agroforestry and reforestation sites. The role involves operating drones to capture high-quality imagery, processing data for analysis, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating with field teams and farmers to support project monitoring. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in dynamic field environments and is passionate about traveling to multiple field locations for data collection.

• Operate drones to capture high-quality imagery and data across agroforestry plots.
• Regularly update the data collection tracker and upload collected data to the cloud.
• Process drone data using tools like Pix4D to generate orthomosaics.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of collected data, and upload processed outputs to designated platforms.
• Coordinate with farmers, field teams, and stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and effectively handle on-ground challenges.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in drone data collection.
• Proficient in operating drones and managing complex field situations.
• Ability to process and analyze drone-collected data to extract meaningful insights.
• Comfortable working in the field for over seven months a year and adaptable to diverse terrains and weather conditions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with farmers and local stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Maharashtra and occasionally outside the state for data collection.