Job Title: Drone Pilot – T&D

Location: US

Division: Operations

Department: Field Operations - US
Reports to: Lead Pilot

Salary Range: $28.35 - $37.95/hour

Employee Status: Full-time or Seasonal

Classification: Non-exempt

About Cyberhawk:

Founded in 2008, Cyberhawk is the first company in the world to use drones to inspect industrial assets. Cyberhawk world-class pilots and inspection engineers complete hundreds of thousands of UAS inspections per year, for 300+ customers across 40 countries.

Today, the Cyberhawk team continues to lead the way in close visual inspections of critical assets, including electrical grids, power generation sites, oil and gas structures, and capital-intensive industrial construction projects – while always putting safety at the forefront of our operational excellence.

Cyberhawk is changing the way our industry has operated for 75 years by empowering our customers to harness the full power of their data and visual assets, leading to better decisions and significant cost savings.

About the Team:

As a Drone Pilot, you'll be an essential part of our field operations team, collaborating closely with other skilled drone pilots to ensure precise data collection and successful project outcomes. Our team thrives on innovation, problem-solving, and a strong focus on safety and efficiency in the field.

About the Role:

As a Drone Pilot for Transmission and Distribution (T&D), you will report to a Lead Pilot and mainly work on our California-based customer projects, with frequent relocations as needed. This physically demanding job involves regular outdoor work, both onshore and offshore. Candidates invited for an interview will undergo a flight skills assessment.

We currently employ 4 levels of drone pilots, with starting level and pay rate dependent on experience and T&D flight hours.

Core Values:

One Team
Open and Humble
Hungry to Grow
Show up and Have Fun
Own it And Solve It

Job Responsibilities:

Conduct UAS operations safely as PIC across multiple platforms.
Perform pre/in-flight procedures and checks adhering to SOPs.
Manage post-operations, including data handover and documentation.
Log daily operations using an in-house management system.
Assist with job preparation including RAMS documentation and equipment management.
Collaborate with your Lead Pilot to implement SOPs and encourage continuous improvement.
Adhere to Cyberhawk's health and safety standards.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Hold valid and current Part 107 license.
Hold valid Driver’s License.
Previous drone flying experience, preferably on T&D assets.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Professional approach to risk management.
Ability to operate complex equipment following SOPs.
Safety-conscious with experience in high-pressure environments.
Experience with customer relations.
Computer literate.
Ability to maintain high performance standards while working remotely.
Problem-solving abilities.
Comfortable with a nomadic lifestyle.
Physically fit with a love for the outdoors.

Bonus Experience:

Hold an active TWIC card.
Knowledge of photography and airspace management.
Experience in oil & gas, utilities, or renewables industries.
Aware of current FAA regulations.
LiDAR collection experience.

Additional Details:

Eligibility to live and work in the US with fluency in English.
Passport recommended for visits to our headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland.
This is a nomadic position and may require relocation.
Subject to furlough when project scope decreases.
Eligible for per diems when away from permanent residence.
Background checks required during onboarding.

Company US Benefits:

100% company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance.
100% coverage for basic life insurance and disability.
Voluntary health benefits available.
Paid holidays, PTO, and sick time.
401k with 5% company match.
Mobile phone allowance.
Discretionary annual performance bonus.
Access to LinkedIn Learning.
Monthly adventure draw.
Employee referral program.
Quarterly team-building activities.

Cyberhawk is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values equality, diversity, and an inclusive work environment.

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CYBERHAWK Innovations Ltd.

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