Drone Operator

  • Dallas, TX
  • Posted 13 hours ago | Updated 13 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - 24 Month(s)

Skills

drone operator
Photography
videography
land surveting
UAV

Job Details

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Drone Operator to perform aerial photography, videography, land surveying, and data analysis using UAV technology. The role involves flight planning, data capture, processing, and generating insights for mapping, inspection, and project documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate drones safely for aerial photography, videography, and surveying purposes.

Conduct land surveys and collect geospatial data for mapping, topography, and volume calculations.

Plan flight missions, ensure compliance with DGCA and local drone regulations.

Process drone data using photogrammetry and GIS software (e.g., Pix4D, DroneDeploy, Agisoft Metashape, QGIS).

Analyze and interpret collected data for project reports and presentations.

Perform routine maintenance, battery management, and calibration of UAV equipment.

Coordinate with project engineers, survey teams, and clients for field operations.

Maintain flight logs, safety checklists, and data storage records.


Required Skills and Qualifications:

Diploma/Degree in Civil Engineering, Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, or related field.

Hands-on experience with UAV operation, aerial photography, and survey data collection.

Proficiency in mapping and data analysis software (Pix4D, DroneDeploy, AutoCAD, QGIS, ArcGIS).

Good communication and reporting skills.

Ability to work in field environments and manage multi-site projects

Internship training and certification will be provided

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