Drone Pilot

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AERIUM Analytics Inc. is a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) technology company based in Calgary, Alberta. AERIUM develops and deploys cutting edge drone-based technologies lead by our ground-breaking RoBird flapping wing drone, and best-in-class real time detection and reporting solutions. AERIUM’s unique integrated model encompasses Smart Wildlife Management, and our proprietary AI and ML based geospatial intelligence and specialized safety solutions.

Job Description

AERIUM Analytics Inc. is currently seeking to fill the following role:

An RPAS Pilot is responsible for completing ground and flight operations including mission planning, briefing, execution, debriefing, aircrew field supervision, and ground/flight safety. Serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned RPAS for wildlife mitigation on an industrial facility. This RPAS Pilot must be able to work on a 14 days on / 14 days off basis from April 1st until November 15th, 2025, in Northern Alberta (Calgary based field & office training will start in March 2025). Transportation will be provided from either YYC, YEG, or YMM. This is a yearly recurring opportunity between April 1st – November 15th. Potential contract extensions from November 16th to March 31st will be discussed and will be dependent on project load with AERIUM.

This is a contract-based position with a day rate of $500.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Quadcopter Experience
• Safety first attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications
• Able to work under pressure
• Be able to pass Transport Canada background check
• Valid Passport and Class 5 Drivers License
• This position is subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Pilot Certification
• H2S Alive, First-Aid, WHMIS, Wildlife Awareness Certifications
• Bird & Wildlife Identification Knowledge (specifically Waterfowl and/or Shorebird)

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AERIUM Analytics provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Contract/Seasonal

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• Day shift

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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