What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drone Operator position at Collabera?
Title : Support Engineer III (Drone Operator)
Location : Tolleson, AZ (Frequent travel to remote locations)
Duration : 6 Months (With Possibility of Extension / Conversion)
Pay range : $31.00 / hr to $35.00 / hr
Job Description :
This position is in search for a skilled Part107 certified operator with extensive experience operating drones via a Remote Control.
The qualified candidate will act as an operations specialist assisting in the development and test of cutting-edge safety related technologies.
The role includes mission planning and lightweight maintenance duties.
The candidate should demonstrate attention to detail, a safety-oriented attitude, flexibility, and enthusiasm for cutting-edge technology.
This individual will also conduct limited operation readiness activities and logistics planning as needed.
The role will also require cross team training to support teams such as (but not limited to) delivery sites for pre-launch tasks.
The candidate will join a Research and Development team working on inventing and developing new transformative experiences.
Requirements :
14 CFR Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
2 years of Remote-Control pilot experience with excellent coordination and execution.
Employees must, with or without reasonable accommodation, be able to lift up to 50 pounds on some occasions, stand / walk for up to 8-10 hours (with breaks), and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
Experience leading small teams.
Travel up to 75% of the year.
Valid Driver’s License.
Work in volatile weather conditions (heat, rain, wind, snow) all within the established safety thresholds.
Drive to offsite work locations daily (work vehicle will be provided).
Work variable shifts and schedules including weekends when applicable.
Overtime may be required and approved based off od work assignment.
Daily schedule :
They can possibly start as early as 3 am and end as late as midnight
Possible weekends especially if traveling
5 day / week- currently crews start at 1 : 00 and ends at 8 : 30 but this can change ; 8 hour shift
What makes this role interesting :
Gaining experience within the team with possibility to grow and meet outside specific locations.
Preferred :
Experience with commercial UAS industry
Aviation safety experience as a Safety Officer or similar
Excellent business communications and reportin experience.
part 107 license needed- drone pilot
Degree or Certification :
Bachelor’s (preferred, but not required)
KPI :
Attendance as there are attendance issues
Leadership Principle :
Ownership
Biased for action
Deep dive- customer obsession
Insist on the highest standards
Must-have :
Experience in commercial drone pilot (bigger commercials drone)
Flexibility and adaptability – schedules changing paths are changing
Salary : $31 - $35
