Entry-Level Drone Pilot

Houston, TX, USA|Onsite, Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $86,300.00 - $133,800.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Travel reimbursement

Equipment provided

Job Description

Percheron is a leading company specializing in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology and services, highly regarded in the aviation and surveying industries. The organization is dedicated to delivering high-quality aerial data collection and analysis using cutting-edge sUAS (small Unmanned Aircraft Systems). With a focus on innovation and safety, Percheron supports diverse projects ranging from topographic surveys to environmental monitoring and infrastructure inspection. The company maintains a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, technological advancement, and client satisfaction, making it a preferred partner for both public and private sector clients requiring precise aerial data solutions.

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Job Requirements

FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)
Experience using autonomous flight/mission planning software
Approximately 100+ flight hours of commercial UAS operations under Part 107 or equivalent hobby related experience
18 years or older
Proficient in the English language
Basic Microsoft Office and Adobe skills
Ability to travel in and out of state (usually 2-3 days, up to 3-4 weeks)
Ability to stand for long hours and move/lift up to fifty-five pounds
Ability to walk/hike through rugged terrain
Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player
Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills
Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily
Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with manager (may require working an adjusted work schedule based on project assigned and work overtime if warranted)
Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)
Experience using autonomous flight/mission planning software
Approximately 100+ flight hours of commercial UAS operations under Part 107 or equivalent hobby related experience
Proficient in the English language
Basic Microsoft Office and Adobe skills
Ability to travel in and out of state (usually 2-3 days, up to 3-4 weeks)
Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player
Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills
Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily
Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures

Job Duties

Serve as Pilot-in-Command and or Visual Observer of the sUAS
Operate Percheron aircraft safely and effectively in accordance with all Percheron policies and procedures
Facilitate hazard identification and safety risk analysis
Coordinate flight schedules, logistics, FAA airspace approvals, and maintenance
Perform field maintenance and preventive maintenance on aircraft, sensors, and support equipment
Plan and execute missions with various flight control software (DJI, Litchi, Pix4DCapture, Autopilot, Mission Planner etc.)
Process and check data captured (Pix4D, ArcMap, Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, etc.)
Upload captured data to the appropriate location on Client/Company FTP site
Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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