UAS Drone Pilot II

Acuren Inspection, Inc.•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Acuren is seeking Drone Pilot II to support operations in Cincinnati, OH. As a highly skilled UAS (Drone) Pilot II, you will operate UAS to support aerial inspection programs for electrical transmission and distribution assets. The role involves executing flight missions to capture high-quality imagery and video data of poles, towers, conductors, and related components to support asset condition assessments. You will support data collection, preliminary analysis, and contribute to safe and efficient inspection operations under minimal supervision.The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of GO 95 and GO 165 requirements, FAA Part 107 operations, and utility inspection procedures. This position is critical in supporting system reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance through aerial data collection.

Requirements

Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks under supervision and respond promptly to field direction.
Expected to handle field gear and equipment transport to/from site setup areas independently.
Demonstrable experience flying UAS in challenging field conditions (remote terrain, near energized lines/towers, variable weather).
Proficiency with UAS flight planning software (waypoints, automated missions), and data capture workflows.
Basic knowledge of electrical infrastructure (transmission towers, poles, substations) and associated hazards (electrical safety, fall zones, climbing operations) is strongly preferred.
Strong situational awareness, spatial/hand-eye coordination, attention to detail in flight operations and data capture.
Good interpersonal and communication skills: able to work with field teams, site managers, and engineers; present findings clearly.
3- 5 years of work experience operating UAS commercially, preferably in infrastructure inspection, utilities or similar environment.
Valid FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107) or equivalent regulatory certification for commercial UAS operations.

Responsibilities

Operate small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) to inspect electrical infrastructure in accordance with FAA Part 107, company safety procedures, and project work plans.
Plan, execute, and document aerial missions across varied terrain, including rural, mountainous, and urban environments.
Capture high-resolution imagery for inspection and analysis of electrical transmission and distribution components.
Ensure data quality and consistency following standard flight parameters and detailed capture requirements.
Maintain detailed flight logs, mission reports, and equipment maintenance records.
Manage data upload, storage, and transfer processes for timely integration with inspection workflows
Coordinate with field inspectors, management, and safety personnel to optimize field efficiency and ensure compliant operations.
Collaborate with inspection team (engineers, technicians, site managers) to schedule missions, coordinate ground support, access site permissions, and ensure safe launch/recovery zones.
Follow continuous improvement: stay current with UAS technologies, sensor payloads (e.g., LiDAR, thermal imaging), inspection best practices and regulatory changes.
Comply with airspace authorizations, waiver requirements, and local jurisdiction flight restrictions.
Other work duties as assigned.