Drone pilot

Blackpearl Creation

Job description:

Job Summary:

• Join our team as a Drone Pilot operating at various project sites. You’ll be responsible for flight planning, executing missions (surveys, inspections, mapping), data collection & processing, equipment handling, and compliance with safety & aviation regulations. The role requires traveling to different locations, with all logistics covered by the company.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, including equipment checks and basic maintenance
•  Plan and execute drone missions—route design, weather assessment, necessary permissions, airspace coordination
•  Operate drones for aerial photography, surveying, mapping, infrastructure inspection (telecom towers, power lines, agriculture, etc.)
•  Monitor drone performance in-flight & troubleshoot issues
•  Process and analyze imagery/data (photogrammetry, LiDAR, GIS, thermal imaging)
•  Maintain flight logs, mission documentation, equipment inventory
•  Ensure compliance with DGCA/FAA/SACAA regulations and safety protocols
•  Collaborate with surveyors, engineers, clients for mission alignment
•  Assist in training junior staff and knowledge-sharing

Work Environment

• May involve field work in varying weather and terrain conditions.
• Travel to remote project sites may be required.
• Occasional weekend or extended hours depending on project needs.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in drone flight planning software and data processing tools.
• Strong understanding of GPS, flight control systems, and aerial mapping technologies.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and situational awareness.
• Familiarity with different drone types (multi-rotor, fixed-wing, hybrid).
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote environments or project-based setups.
• Physical fitness to handle field work, including carrying equipment and walking long distances.

Requirements:

•  Valid Remote Pilot Certification (e.g., FAA Part 107, DGCA RPAS Certification, or equivalent).
•  Minimum 1–3 years of experience operating drones in a commercial or industrial setting.
•  High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Engineering, Geospatial Sciences, or related field is a plus.

Additional Information:

• Company-provided accommodation during site work.
• Meal provided during site work.
• Travel facilities between office and site.

*Intrested candidates can share resume on [email protected]*

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Paid sick time

Work Location: In person