Drone Pilot & Instructor

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on site Until 8/22/2026 1+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Work Location:
- Singapore

Salary Range:
- $4,000 – $6,000

Responsibilities:

Drone Pilot Responsibilities:
- Conduct UAV flight missions for various project requirements, ensuring safety and operational effectiveness.
- Plan flight routes, prepare equipment, and carry out on-site drone operations.
- Perform post-processing tasks such as video editing, orthophoto stitching, mapping, and report preparation.
- Maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot UAV systems and equipment.
- Assist in internal test flights, demonstrations, and data collection activities.
- Ensure all operations comply with aviation regulations and company standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Drone Instructor Responsibilities:
- Prepare and deliver drone training programmes for students of different skill levels.
- Provide instruction on drone components, flight controls, safety procedures, and airspace regulations.
- Conduct hands-on training in drone handling, flight manoeuvres, and mission execution.
- Monitor student progress and provide guidance to build confidence and competency.
- Take control of UAVs during emergency or unsafe situations during training.
- Maintain training records and assessment reports.
- Report training-related incidents to the Head of Department.

Requirements:
- Minimum Diploma in any discipline or equivalent qualification.
- At least 1–3 years of relevant experience in drone operations, UAV projects, or technical field operations.
- Strong technical aptitude with hands-on operational capability.
- Good understanding of drone flight operations, safety procedures, and aviation regulations.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Responsible, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented.
- Able to work in outdoor and field-based environments.
- Willing to travel overseas for project deployments and training assignments.
- Able to work independently as well as in a team environment.

About this role

Summary

Conduct drone flights, train students, ensure safety, follow aviation regulations.

Job title

Drone Pilot & Instructor

Experience level

1-3 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; remote work not specified

Salary

$4k–$6k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

drone flight operationssafety proceduresaviation regulationstechnical aptitude

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

drone operationsUAVflight trainingsafety procedures
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

On-site City