Travel-Heavy Drone Data Capture Specialist (Remote Ops)

Zeitview (formerly DroneBase); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance plans (multiple)

Dental and vision insurance 100% paid

PTO and work-life balance

Work-from-home environment

Autonomy and upward mobility

Diverse, equitable, inclusive culture

Job summary

Zeitview is hiring a Data Capture Specialist I to conduct drone-based data collection for critical infrastructure. You will work with Zeitview’s software to capture imagery, ensuring safety and high-quality data while supporting multiple verticals across field sites.

Responsibilities include mission planning, equipment forecasting, and collaboration with product/engineering teams. Travel nationwide is required, with potential training or special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification required.
• Experience with complex data capture using drones.
• Willingness to travel up to 75% domestically.
• Experience inspecting wind turbine towers and blades is a plus.
• Experience with executing client Scope of Work (SOW) objectives preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights.
• Must be able to work in outdoor environments year-round.

Responsibilities

• Conduct drone-based data capture with emphasis on safety and quality.
• Plan missions with Ops Coordinators and forecast equipment needs.
• Provide feedback to product and engineering teams on imaging/data capture.
• Determine data collection strategies based on project requirements.
• Operate remotely controlled equipment in challenging conditions.
• Assist in operations training and workflow development.
• Communicate operational requirements with local stakeholders.
• Travel to and from remote job sites across the United States.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Drone data capture

75% travel

Wind turbine inspection experience

SOW requirements

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Work at heights

Drug screens/background checks

Job description

Zeitview is hiring a Data Capture Specialist I to conduct drone-based data collection for critical infrastructure. You will work with Zeitview’s software to capture imagery, ensuring safety and high-quality data while supporting multiple verticals across field sites.

Responsibilities include mission planning, equipment forecasting, and collaboration with product/engineering teams. Travel nationwide is required, with potential training or special projects as needed.