Junior Drone Pilot: Aerial Mapping & Leak Detection

All Aviation Jobs; Kermit (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Arch Aerial LLC is seeking a Jr. Drone Pilot to assist in drone-based data collection for aerial mapping, leak detection, and hyperspectral payloads on energy assets in West Texas and NM. Occasional travel is required to client locations and job sites.

This entry-level role emphasizes training opportunities and hands-on experience with UAS operations, reporting, and data delivery across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat Pro, Dropbox, and Microsoft Office.
• Comfort with Windows and Mac OS environments.
• Willingness to travel beyond West Texas and NM when needed.
• Safety-minded approach to field drone operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily collection of drone-based aerial mapping and methane leak detection data.
• Conduct UAS operations at energy assets and related facilities.
• Maintain and manage drone equipment and reporting documentation.
• Support Jr. Data Technicians and Jr. UAS Pilots in the region.
• Travel to Arch Aerial's customers' assets as required.

Skills

Safety-Minded Attitude

Travel Flexibility

Team Collaboration

Proactive self-starter

Tools

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Dropbox Pro

Microsoft Office

Windows & Mac OS

Job description

Arch Aerial LLC is seeking a Jr. Drone Pilot to assist in drone-based data collection for aerial mapping, leak detection, and hyperspectral payloads on energy assets in West Texas and NM. Occasional travel is required to client locations and job sites.

This entry-level role emphasizes training opportunities and hands-on experience with UAS operations, reporting, and data delivery across multiple sites.