Drone Mission Co-Pilot: Safe Ops & Planning

Artificial Intelligence Global Company; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Artificial Intelligence Global Company is seeking a Drone Co-Pilot to support safe and efficient drone missions. You will assist the Pilot in Command in all flight stages, from planning to post-flight procedures, with emphasis on VLOS operations and regulatory compliance.

You will help review flight paths, monitor weather and equipment, communicate with the PIC, and participate in data handling and mission debriefs, while maintaining safety standards and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in aviation, engineering, or related field preferred.
• Previous UAV co-pilot, visual observer, or ground crew experience is advantageous.
• Familiarity with drone systems, payload integration, and mission planning tools may help.

Responsibilities

• Assist the PIC in pre-flight planning and flight checklist preparation.
• Serve as Visual Observer (VO) or support RPIC during VLOS missions.
• Monitor drone and payload performance and report anomalies to the PIC.
• Maintain continuous communication with the PIC and mission team on hazards and conditions.
• Assist in emergency procedures and post-flight data handling and checks.
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulations and SOPs.

Skills

Communication

Situational awareness

Teamwork

Flight operations knowledge

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s in aviation/engineering

Job description

Artificial Intelligence Global Company is seeking a Drone Co-Pilot to support safe and efficient drone missions. You will assist the Pilot in Command in all flight stages, from planning to post-flight procedures, with emphasis on VLOS operations and regulatory compliance.

You will help review flight paths, monitor weather and equipment, communicate with the PIC, and participate in data handling and mission debriefs, while maintaining safety standards and training requirements.