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Gedeon GRC Consulting ยท 2 weeks ago

Senior Drone Pilot

positionNYC Metro Area
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
senioritySenior Level
money$55K/yr - $85K/yr
date5+ years exp

Gedeon GRC Consulting is looking for a Senior Drone Pilot to join their firm. The Senior Drone Pilot is responsible for supporting engineering projects by operating and managing drones and other robotics platforms to capture data and conduct inspections.

Civil EngineeringConsultingSmall and Medium Businesses
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Responsibilities

Operate advanced robotic platforms (e.g., Flyability, Voliro, Skydio, Deeptrekker) for confined space inspections, structural assessments, and data collection (visual, LiDAR, thermal, NDE, Sonar, etc.)
Conduct pre-mission planning including permitting, site assessment, operational path design, and risk mitigation
Collaborate with robotics management and technical staff to develop, refine, and enforce field Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Provide technical mentorship and hands-on training to junior remote operators, robotics technicians, and support staff
Lead and assist in equipment readiness checks, maintenance, and upgrades to ensure operational continuity
Support field debriefs and operational feedback loops to continuously improve safety, data quality, and mission efficiency
Maintain detailed operation logs, mission reports, and regulatory documentation
Participate in technology evaluations, supporting testing and deployment of new robot systems, payloads, and data workflows
Maintain compliance with federal, local, and client specific regulations, company policies, and safety protocols
Stay current with industry's best practices and robotics technology advancements

Qualification

Drone operationLiDAR knowledgeFAA Part 107 LicenseConfined space UAVsTechnical troubleshootingMulti-disciplinary experienceOSHA trainingMentoring skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

5+ years related work experience is preferred
Proven experience as a Drone Pilot, preferably in an engineering, construction, or OGI environment
Experience with confined space UAVs (e.g., Flyability) is highly preferred
Strong knowledge of LiDAR, photogrammetry, and inspection-grade data acquisition techniques
Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead field crews, especially in high-stakes or sensitive missions
Multi-disciplinary experience or technical understanding of electrical, mechanical, and software engineering concepts
Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Access to a vehicle and a valid driver's license is required
FAA Part 107 License is required
The ability to travel to project sites is needed

Preferred

OSHA 10 or 30 Hour and Confined Space Training is preferred

Benefits

90% Company contribution towards all Health Insurance Plans
401K Match
PTO
Bonus Potential
10 Paid Company Holidays

Company

Gedeon GRC Consulting

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Gedeon GRC Consulting is an MBE/DBE certified firm that offers engineering services in planning, design and construction management.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Syosset, New York, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://gedeongrc.com

H1B Sponsorship

Gedeon GRC Consulting has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (3)
2024 (3)
2023 (1)
2021 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Nelly O Gedeon, EE, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
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