Drone Pilot (California) - Evergreen

Cyberhawk

6d • $26 - $39

About The Position

Cyberhawk is hiring commercial UAS pilots at multiple experience levels to conduct aerial inspections of critical infrastructure. The role involves safely operating UAS platforms in line with FAA regulations, company procedures, and customer requirements; collecting high-quality imagery and inspection data; and supporting accurate, complete data capture. The appropriate pilot level and project opportunities will depend on the candidate’s certifications, experience, technical competency, and project requirements.

This is a highly field-based, nomadic position. Pilots may travel extensively throughout California and occasionally elsewhere in the United States, spend extended periods away from home, and work at changing project locations. Work is outdoors across varied terrain, weather conditions, and project environments. Occasional weekend or holiday work may be required, and the role is eligible for per diems when away from the employee’s permanent residence.

Cyberhawk was founded in 2008 and specializes in drone inspections of industrial assets. Its pilots and inspection engineers conduct UAS inspections for customers around the world, while its iHawk cloud-based visualization platform brings inspection data together to help customers make decisions about critical infrastructure. Cyberhawk emphasizes safety, operational excellence, and an inclusive work environment. The successful candidate must complete criminal background and motor vehicle checks during onboarding.

Requirements

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• Strong commitment to safety and following operational procedures.
• Ability to work independently in field environments.
• Comfort working outdoors and travelling extensively.
• Valid US Driver’s Licence.
• Eligible to live and work in the United States, with high fluency in English.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain focus and situational awareness during UAS operations.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain and lift equipment weighing up to approximately 35 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in commercial UAS operations.
• Experience with transmission and distribution inspections.
• Utility or energy-sector experience.
• Close visual inspection experience.
• Experience with multiple UAS platforms and payloads.
• Experience with complex airspace operations.
• Experience in data collection and management.
• UAS troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
• Experience with extended field deployments.
• Experience working within structured safety and operational procedures.
• Experience coaching or mentoring less experienced pilots.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate UAS platforms in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and customer requirements.
• Conduct aerial inspections and collect high-quality imagery and data across critical infrastructure assets.
• Complete pre-flight planning, airspace checks, risk assessments, and equipment inspections.
• Maintain situational awareness and make safe operational decisions in changing field conditions.
• Manage flight data and ensure accurate and complete data capture.
• Troubleshoot UAS equipment and identify potential technical issues.
• Work closely with Lead Pilots, Project Managers, and other field personnel.
• Maintain accurate flight, safety, and operational records.
• Support a strong safety culture and proactively identify and report hazards.
• Travel extensively and work outdoors across varied terrain, weather conditions, and project environments.
• As experience develops, support more complex scopes, multiple platforms, and the training and mentoring of other pilots.

Benefits

• Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance paid for 100% by the company.
• Basic life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability covered 100% by the company.
• Voluntary health benefits, including hospital, accident, critical illness, and voluntary life insurance.
• Paid company holidays, Flexible PTO, and sick time.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match.
• Mobile phone allowance.
• Monthly adventure draw.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Per diems when away from the employee’s permanent residence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed