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Part-time
professional certificate
Posted 55d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Operate Unmanned Aerial Systems to capture high-resolution aerial footage and sensor data for digital twin creation. Ensure flight safety by analyzing weather, planning paths, and maintaining compliance with FAA regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and a valid U.S. Passport. Strong technical skills in electronics and mechanics, along with the ability to work weekends and travel, are required.
Full job description
Job Description
At Silent Falcon, we are revolutionizing the world of AI and digital twin technology. As a leading company in the field, we create cutting-edge digital twins of airports and transportation infrastructure with an unparalleled 1.5mm Ground Sample Distance (GSD). We leverage the power of Artificial Intelligence and spatial analysis to develop virtual replicas of real-world objects, systems, and processesenabling businesses to simulate, monitor, and analyze their operations with exceptional accuracy and resolution.
Silent Falcons mission is to empower industries to optimize performance, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation through highly detailed and dynamic digital replicas of real-world environments. Our commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovation sets us apart.
We are seeking an experienced drone pilot who has exceptional communication and leadership skills, is responsible, and able to work part-time.
Key Responsibilities:
· Operate drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems, UAS) to ensure safe takeoff, navigation, and landing.
· Analyze weather conditions, plan flight paths, and conduct pre-flight safety check to ensure optimal performance.
· Capture aerial footage, digital images, and sensor data as required for mapping, surveying, and analysis.
· Perform routine equipment checks, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure proper maintenance of drone systems.
· Maintain required FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, obtain airspace waivers, and monitor compliance with flight regulations.
· Keep detailed pre-flight and post-flight logs, documenting all mission details and drone performance.
· Work with airport personnel, stakeholders, and team members to ensure smooth operations and adherence to flight restrictions.
· Attend regular training sessions to enhance drone piloting skills, stay updated on industry trends, and improve flight techniques.
· Monitor UNICOM frequencies, issue NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen), and ensure situational awareness for safe flight operations.
· Adapt to evolving project needs, supporting additional drone-related operations as required.
Education and Experiences
· Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA.
· FAA Part 107 Drone License.
Skills and Qualifications
· Strong communication skills
· Robust problem-solving abilities
· Excellent electronic and mechanical skills
· Expertise in multitasking
· Keen attention to detail
· Excellent pilot skills
Work Requirements:
Regular and on-time attendance.
Flexibility to work weekends.
Occasional travel.
Valid U.S. Passport
Silent Falcon does not accept any inquiries from third party representatives.
Related keywords
UASDroneFAA Part 107Digital TwinAISpatial AnalysisGround Sample DistanceUNICOMNOTAMMappingSurveyingAirspace WaiversRemote Pilot Certificate
Data & Analysis Solutions: Faster. Better. Smarter.
Industry
Data Infrastructure and Analytics
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Vienna, Virginia
LinkedIn followers
2,705
Total funding
$13M
Silent Falcon is the world’s most advanced remote sensing and AI for transportation infrastructure. Through a cost-effective and proven approach to airfield pavement management, we provide 100% airfield data up to 1mm from remote sensing. Our service reduces pavement management costs by 60-80%. With an experienced team of former fighter pilots, software engineers, and analysts we deliver the best data to airfields through our digitization, analysis, and visualization.
Offices: 8607 Westwood Center Dr, Suite 230, Vienna, Virginia 22182, US · 8300 Greensboro Dr, Unit L1 #613, McLean, Virginia 22102, US
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