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Raptor Maps · 1 month ago

Drone Pilot - Contract

Raptor Maps is a fast-growing, venture-backed climate tech startup focused on solar energy solutions. They are seeking a skilled Drone Professional to manage and operate Docked Drone and Robotics systems at solar sites across the United States, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations.

Asset ManagementData VisualizationDronesEnergySolar
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Responsibilities

Install, commission, and maintain Docked Drone and Robotics systems on solar sites to ensure optimal functionality, with a keen eye for safety
Perform drone inspections on solar sites to enable handoff to the Raptor Maps Remote Operations Center (ROC)
Troubleshoot technical issues with Docked Drone and Robotics systems and Command and Control software to ensure uninterrupted operations
Collaborate with Raptor Maps team to support drone-related operations and data collection
Provide Beyond Visual Line of Site (BVLOS) training to site staff to ensure safe operations of Docked Drone and Robotics systems
Maintain accurate records of drone operations, inspections, and maintenance activities
Ensure all drone operations adhere to FAA regulations and site-specific safety protocols

Qualification

FAA Part 107 PilotElectrical systems knowledgeDrone operations experienceDocked Drone systems familiarityCommandControl softwareCPR/First Aid certifiedOSHA 10-Hour CertificateRegistered LLCMultimeter usageBVLOS training

Required

Current FAA Part 107 Pilot
Working knowledge of electrical systems and components
Comfortable using a multimeter, and hardwiring equipment in junction boxes
Candidate has a registered LLC
CPR/First Aid certified
OSHA 10-Hour Certificate
2 or more years operating Drones
Familiarity with Docked Drone and Robotics systems as well as command and control software
Must be primarily located in the contiguous US
Must be authorized to work in the US

Preferred

Experience using Docked Drone and Robotics systems as well as command and control software
20 or more Raptor Maps inspections completed at Utility scale solar sites
ITC Level 1 Thermography Certification

Company

Raptor Maps

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Raptor Maps provides performance intelligence solutions for solar asset management.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$62.2M
Key Investors
Maverix Private EquityMacKinnon, Bennett & CompanyMassachusetts Clean Energy Center
2024-12-10Series C· $35M
2022-04-13Series B· $22M
2020-10-13Grant· $0.1M

Leadership Team

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Nikhil Vadhavkar
Cofounder, CEO
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Eddie Obropta
Co-Founder, CTO
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