Drone Operator

Support Engineer II

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite) Duration: 6 months (Extension/Conversion possible) Pay Range: 35$/hr -40$/hr
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, (paid time, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - AS Applicable)
Role Summary

We are seeking a Part 107 certified Drone Operator / Support Engineer II with strong hands-on commercial drone flying experience.
The role supports R&D initiatives focused on developing and testing advanced drone and aerial delivery technologies.
The candidate will perform mission planning, drone operations, data collection, and lightweight maintenance in a highly safety-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities

Operate drones using remote control in manual (non-GPS) mode
Execute data collection missions and flight operations
Perform mission planning and operational readiness activities
Conduct lightweight drone maintenance tasks
Work variable schedules including night shifts (3:00 PM – 11:30 PM)
Travel to offsite locations daily using company-provided vehicles
Adapt to changing schedules based on daylight and mission requirements
Support R&D team in testing next-generation drone technologies
Participate in operational safety and logistics planning
Must-Have Requirements

Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Minimum 2+ years of commercial drone piloting experience
At least 50+ logged flight hours (professional experience)
Experience flying larger commercial drones (not just DJI)
Ability to fly in manual mode (no GPS assistance)
Strong pre-flight planning skills
Experience in aviation safety / Safety Officer role preferred
Physical Ability To:

Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Stand/walk 8–10 hours with breaks
Perform frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
Experience in commercial UAS industry operations
Nice To Have (Plusses):

FPV drone flying experience
Photography / videography experience
Filming background
Gaming or simulator experience
Experience with Pixhawk-based systems
Work Conditions

Night shift: 3 PM – 11:30 PM
Onsite field operations with travel between locations