Top 7 Drone operator Jobs in Saint Petersburg Fl

Flight Operations Drone Pilot
XTEND —Tampa, FL
- Military
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- Senior level
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Drone Show Ground Crew (Independent Contractor)
AeroPrecision Drones —Tampa, FL
- $225 a day
- Contract
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
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AEVEX AEROSPACE —Tampa, FL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
UAS Pilot
WinTec Arrowmaker, Inc —Tampa, FL
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Senior level
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STINGRAI UAS Specialist
HII —Tampa, FL
- $90,873 - $125,000 a year
- Email
- Mid-level
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
AVO2
AEVEX —Tampa, FL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior UAS Pilot / Geomatics Specialist (Part-Time) (Tampa, FL) Hybrid/Remote
Tetra Tech —Tampa, FL
- $40 - $100 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- 401(k)

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MAG Aerospace —Springfield, OH
Must have a valid FAA Class 2 medical certificate (or able to meet standards/obtain). In this position, you will be responsible for safe aircraft operation…
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Flight Operations Drone Pilot

XTEND -
Tampa, FL

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Job Details

12 days ago

Qualifications

Military drone operation
Military flight operations
Flight operations
Commercial drone operation
Pilot License
Remote Pilot Certificate

Full Job Description

The Flight Operations Drone Pilot is responsible for the safe operation, mission execution, and flight testing of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in support of customer, engineering, training, and operational requirements.

This position conducts flight operations, supports system evaluations, assists with mission planning, and ensures compliance with company procedures and applicable aviation regulations.

Main Responsibilities
Conduct pre-flight, flight, and post-flight operations for unmanned aircraft systems
Execute mission profiles, flight test events, demonstrations, and training operations
Develop and review flight plans, risk assessments, and mission documentation
Monitor aircraft performance and respond to abnormal operating conditions during flight operations
Coordinate with engineering, program management, and customer personnel during flight activities
Collect, document, and report flight data, observations, and mission results
Perform pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness and mission readiness
Support customer training, operational demonstrations, and fielding activities
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company flight procedures, and safety requirements
Assist in troubleshooting operational issues and provide feedback to engineering teams for system improvements
Travel as required to support testing, training, demonstrations, and customer operations

Requirements:

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Experience operating small unmanned aircraft systems in training, testing, or operational environments
Knowledge of UAS flight operations, mission planning, and airspace considerations.
Ability to work independently in dynamic field environments
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to travel and support field operations

Preferred Qualifications

Military aviation or UAS operational experience
Experience conducting developmental testing, operational testing, or customer demonstrations
Familiarity with ISR, tactical UAS, or counter-UAS operations
Experience operating Group 1–3 unmanned aircraft systems
Active or previously held security clearance

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