FPV Drone Pilot
Combat Roles50 000-120 000 UAHUAVs and UGVs
An FPV Drone Pilot is a specialist who prepares, plans, and executes missions using FPV platforms in combat conditions. The role combines precise real-time aircraft control, fast decision-making, an understanding of communications and navigation limitations, and basic technical support of the drone system before and after flights.
Responsibilities
- pilot FPV drones during assigned missions;
- plan flights by selecting routes, altitudes, and approach/exit paths based on terrain, weather, and air defense and electronic warfare threats;
- understand the mission objective and adjust the employment approach based on the situation;
- ensure mission readiness of the kit: communications links, batteries, payload/ammunition, and the appropriate configuration for the task;
- follow safe operating procedures for uncrewed aircraft systems;
- coordinate with the on-duty operations coordinator and provide concise status updates during mission execution;
- keep the drone system operational at the user-maintenance level (pre-flight checks, fault identification, handoff for repair/maintenance through standard procedures);
- follow information-security rules when handling video feeds, coordinates, and mission materials.
Requirements
- confident use of a controller, computer, and communications equipment;
- strong hand-eye coordination and fast reaction time;
- attention to detail, responsibility, and discipline;
- ability to work in a team and follow procedures;
- basic navigation and terrain-orientation skills;
- readiness to operate in an active combat environment.
- prior UAS/drone experience or simulator-based training is an advantage;
- experience with mapping software and navigation tools is an advantage;
- basic understanding of flight principles is an advantage.
Conditions
- mobilization for the period of martial law or contract-based service;
- pre-role training and qualification (training available for candidates without experience);
- provision of necessary equipment and gear;
- annual leave in line with applicable regulations;
- pay: UAH 120,000/month while assigned to combat tasks.
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