Part-Time Drone Operator: Aerial Surveys & Inspections

Planate Management Group (old); Yigo Municipality (GU); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Planate Management Group is seeking a Part-time Drone Operator to capture high-quality aerial imagery for projects across Guam and the Pacific. You will ensure compliant, safe drone operations and provide visual data for progress reports and inspections.

Qualified applicants hold FAA Part 107 and Heavy Lift certifications, with experience on IF1200 or similar platforms, and proficiency in Pix4D, DroneDeploy, and QGroundControl. On-site work in Guam with safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field preferred; significant experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Must have FAA 107 Drone Pilot License and FAA Heavy Lift Certified.
• Proven experience with drone operations on platforms like Inspired Flight IF1200 or similar.
• Proficiency with drone software tools for mission planning and data collection (Pix4D, DroneDeploy, QGroundControl).
• Ability to perform pre-flight and post-flight checks and ensure GPS/camera/sensor integrity.

Responsibilities

• Execute drone operations, surveys, and inspections delivering high-quality imagery, photogrammetry, LiDAR data, and progress documentation.
• Plan, coordinate, and optimize flight missions ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with airspace rules.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checks of drones, cameras, and sensors; monitor performance and battery levels.
• Maintain FAA and local regulatory compliance, permits, and safety protocols for restricted areas.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain drones and support equipment to minimize downtime.
• Accurately document flight logs, maintenance records, and project reports for traceability.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Certification

Heavy Lift Certification

IF1200 Experience

Pix4D Pro

DroneDeploy

QGroundControl

Aerial Surveying

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

Pix4D

DroneDeploy

QGroundControl

Job description

Planate Management Group is seeking a Part-time Drone Operator to capture high-quality aerial imagery for projects across Guam and the Pacific. You will ensure compliant, safe drone operations and provide visual data for progress reports and inspections.

Qualified applicants hold FAA Part 107 and Heavy Lift certifications, with experience on IF1200 or similar platforms, and proficiency in Pix4D, DroneDeploy, and QGroundControl. On-site work in Guam with safety-first mindset.