Drone Pilot – Utility-Scale Solar

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Drone Pilot to support utility‑scale solar, battery energy storage (BESS), and electrical infrastructure projects. The role involves safely operating drones to capture aerial imagery, video, and mapping data throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and on‑demand drone flights at solar, BESS, substation, and construction sites, capturing high‑resolution photos, videos, orthomosaics, and site documentation.
• Support project managers, engineers, and safety teams with aerial reports, photo libraries, volumetric measurements, and site mapping.
• Maintain accurate flight logs, equipment records, and ensure compliance with FAA Part 107 regulations and site‑specific safety requirements.
• Travel to active construction sites across the company’s project portfolio.

Required profile

• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required).
• 2+ years of professional drone/UAS operating experience, preferably in construction, solar, BESS, or similar industrial projects.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively to project sites.

Required skills

• Proficiency with commercial UAV platforms such as DJI.
• Experience using mapping software like DroneDeploy, Pix4D, Propeller, or Site Scan.
• Ability to produce orthomosaics, point clouds, 3D models, and elevation maps.
• Familiarity with engineering and design tools such as Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS.