Drone Operators
Qualifications
Every career requires an element of study and academic qualification, and there can be several study routes and pathways you can take. In following any academic pathway you will study subjects that contribute to the specialised knowledge required to achieve your career goals. These qualifications provide a future employer with the evidence that you have the desired knowledge, understanding and experience of their industry, so it’s important to consider the various types of qualifications available to you and to understand how they can boost your career and create opportunities for you.
- B.Tech Computer Science Engineering
- B.Sc. Aeronautical Science
- B.E. Mechanical Engineering
- B.E. Aeronautical Engineering
- BBA Aviation Management
Tasks
- Check drones before a flight to ensure safe and proper operation
- Analyze weather forecasts to ensure safe flights
- Document pre- and post-flight logs
- Monitor drones during flight
- Plan drone flight routes
- Navigate drones along designated paths
- Gather information or produce aerial photographs, as needed
- Perform equipment testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance
- Ensure that the drone displays the drone operator registration number (e.g. with a sticker) and the same number is uploaded into the remote identification;
- Develop operational procedures (written procedures are required when the drone operator employs more than one remote pilot, otherwise it is enough that the remote pilot follows the procedures defined by the manufacturer in the user’s manual
Progression Routes
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