RPIC Drone Pilot — BVLOS & Mission-Critical Ops

Lorien; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Aviation Services is seeking an experienced FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot to support VLOS and BVLOS UAS operations under approved waivers and CONOPS. The RPIC is responsible for flight safety, regulatory compliance, mission planning, and coordination with airspace authorities and clients.

This role emphasizes pre/post-flight checks, data quality, and seamless communication across operations teams, with shifts aligning to field needs and storm missions as required.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• 6 months experience serving as RPIC or crew member in complex UAS operations.
• Strong understanding of airspace, weather, emergency procedures, and risk mitigation.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate UAS in accordance with FAA Part 107, company SOPs and waivers.
• Interpret NOTAMs, weather data, and airspace information.
• Maintain VLOS unless BVLOS waiver is approved.
• Conduct BVLOS operations per CONOPS, limitations, and mitigations.
• Perform pre-, in-, and post-flight inspections and debriefs.
• Communicate with manned/unmanned pilots, airspace authorities, and teams.
• Support mission planning and execution with data capture expectations.
• Complete flight logs, maintenance records, and incident reports.
• Troubleshoot UAS hardware/software as needed.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance throughout operations.

Skills

FAA Part 107 remote pilot knowledge

RPIC responsibilities

Airspace and weather understanding

Regulatory compliance and CONOPS

Background checks & drug testing

Job description

Duke Energy Aviation Services is seeking an experienced FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot to support VLOS and BVLOS UAS operations under approved waivers and CONOPS. The RPIC is responsible for flight safety, regulatory compliance, mission planning, and coordination with airspace authorities and clients.

This role emphasizes pre/post-flight checks, data quality, and seamless communication across operations teams, with shifts aligning to field needs and storm missions as required.