Drone Pilots for hire in Indianapolis, IN

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    7%
    Time Management
    6%
    Leadership
    5%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    53%
    High school diploma or GED
    26%
    Vocational or technical training
    7%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    40%
    1-2 years
    20%
    More than 10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Duke Energy
    • Jimmy John's Sandwiches
    • JD SPORTS
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    43%
    2-5 years
    29%
    Less than a year
    14%

Browse Indeed's database of 142 profiles for Drone Pilots in Indianapolis, IN

Last updated: Oct 26, 2026

Drone Pilot: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Indianapolis, IN: $69,296 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $57,757 – $83,142 yearly

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  • Drone Pilot

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Time ManagementCommunication SkillsDrone OperationDronesSchedule ManagementCustomer Service
  • Camera Operator

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCDL aCDL BMedia StudiesRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Product ManagementTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdobe Marketing
  • Carpenter

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot CertificatePilot License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Real Estate Photographer

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot CertificatePilot License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportConstruction ExperienceFinal Cut Pro
  • Land Surveyor

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Surveyor LicenseRemote Pilot CertificatePilot License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipCustomer ServiceNegotiationConflict ManagementTeam Leadership
  • Remote Pilot in Command (sUAS)

    Indianapolis, Indiana

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DSafe Work PracticesWorkplace SafetyCommercial Drone OperationDrivingSurveying Drones+31 more

    Skills

    LeadershipAnalysis SkillsDrone OperationFlying AircraftDronesPhotography

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What's the average time to fill a drone pilot role?

The average time to fill a drone pilot role is 65 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do drone pilots tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a drone pilot include: communication skills, time management and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for drone pilots?

Common licenses or certifications for drone pilots include: Remote Pilot Certificate, Driver's License and Pilot License.

What are some job titles related to drone pilots?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to drone pilots include: owner/operator, real estate photographer and drone pilot / flight instructor.

What level of education is common for a drone pilot?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a drone pilot in Indianapolis, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a drone pilot?

Most drone pilots have 7 years of professional experience.

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