Drone Pilot/ Drone Operator

Servicio Filipino, Inc.; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Servicio Filipino, Inc. seeks a Mid-Level Industrial Drone Operator to execute autonomous and manual UAV missions for spatial data collection, site mapping, and structural inspection.

The role emphasizes technical flight planning, data processing, and strict CAAP compliance. Preference given to those with industrial sector experience and a CAAP RPAS license.

Qualifications

• Active CAAP RPAS Controller License.
• Hands-on expertise in flight planning and RTK/GNSS setup.
• Experience with thermal/multispectral imaging and raw telemetry data processing.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, surveying, or industrial sectors is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, configure, and execute autonomous grid missions, thermal inspections, photogrammetry, and LiDAR data collection flights.
• Operate multirotor and fixed-wing UAVs safely under various field conditions.
• Maintain pilot and flight logs, safety reviews, and compliance documentation.

Skills

RPAS License

Flight planning

RTK GNSS

Thermal imaging

LiDAR data

Tools

Drone hardware

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and licensed Mid-Level Industrial Drone Operator to execute autonomous and manual UAV missions for spatial data collection, site mapping, and structural inspection. Unlike creative media roles, this position is focused strictly on technical, engineering, and analytical applications.

The ideal candidate holds a active CAAP RPAS Controller License and brings hands-on expertise in flight planning, RTK/GNSS setup, thermal/multispectral imaging, and raw telemetry data processing for construction, infrastructure, surveying, or industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Flight Operations & Execution:

  • Plan, configure, and execute autonomous grid missions, thermal inspections, photogrammetry, and LiDAR data collection flights.

  • Operate multirotor and fixed-wing UAVs safely under various field conditions.

  • Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checklists, safety risk assessments, and site risk management.

• Airspace & Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensure 100% adherence to CAAP (Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines) regulations, air traffic control protocols, and local airspace restrictions.

  • Maintain accurate pilot logbooks, maintenance logs, and flight records for compliance audits.

  • Assist in applying for flight permits, clearance certifications, and NOTAMs when necessary.