Drone Pilots for hire in Newark, NJ

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills8%
    Time Management6%
    Organizational Skills6%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree49%
    High school diploma or GED26%
    Master's degree13%
  • Years of experience

    6-10 years40%
    More than 10 years40%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    alpha drones usa
    D3
    A Different Perspective
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year25%
    1-2 years25%
    2-5 years25%

Browse Indeed's database of 563 profiles for Drone Pilots in Newark, NJ

Last updated: Oct 1, 2026

Drone Pilot: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Newark, NJ: $114,952 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $87,898 – $150,333 yearly

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  • Media Manager

    Millburn, New Jersey

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsProduct Management
  • Wedding Videographer

    Weehawken, New Jersey

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Time ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipAdobe Creative Suite
  • Pilot/Operator

    Newark, New Jersey

    Licenses & certifications

    TS/SCIDriver's LicenseSecret Clearance

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementHeavy LiftingData Analysis Skills
  • UAS Survey Technician / Drone Pilot

    Jersey City, New Jersey

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardAirframe & Powerplant LicenseSORAOSHA 10Driver's LicenseOSHA+1 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsDrone OperationDronesFederal Aviation RegulationsRemote Pilot Certificate
  • Real Estate Photographer

    Hillside, New Jersey

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Communication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsFloor CleaningFloor CareAllscripts
  • Regional Loss Prevention Manager

    New York, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Loss PreventionLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsPresentation SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsSurveillance EquipmentSurveillance Monitoring

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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 66 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 organizational skills.

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: photography assistant / videographer / drone pilot, drone inspection contractor and real estate photographer.

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 Newark, NJ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most drone pilots have 15 years of professional experience.

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