Drone Pilots for hire in Phoenix, AZ

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    484

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    12%
    Organizational Skills
    7%
    Time Management
    6%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    50%
    Associate's degree
    25%
    High school diploma or GED
    16%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    60%
    6-10 years
    40%
  • Current company

    • United States Air Force
    • Brasfield & Gorrie
    • Hunter Engineering Company
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    38%
    Less than a year
    25%
    More than 5 years
    25%

Browse Indeed's database of 484 profiles for Drone Pilots in Phoenix, AZ

Last updated: Nov 6, 2026

Drone Pilot: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Phoenix, AZ: $72,176 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $53,525 – $97,326 yearly
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  • Party Chief

    Tempe, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseOSHA 10Non-CDL Class CForklift CertificationPilot LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCustomer Service
  • Amazon Delivery Driver

    Phoenix, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    CDLDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseSeries 6Occupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10+4 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementPresentation Skills
  • Media Specialist

    Glendale, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseMotorcycle LicenseRemote Pilot CertificatePilot License

    Skills

    Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipAnalysis SkillsPublic SpeakingTime Management
  • Videographer

    Phoenix, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseRemote Pilot CertificatePilot License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsFilming
  • Field Engineer

    Phoenix, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    ACI CertificationPMPMCTSPrivate Pilot CertificationConfidential ClearanceTWIC Card+28 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadershipTime ManagementPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
  • UAV Operations Lead

    Phoenix, Arizona

    Licenses & certifications

    Scissor Lift CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourDriver's LicenseRemote Pilot Certificate

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipTask PrioritizationSchedule Management

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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 62 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, organizational skills and time management.

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: media specialist, party chief and videographer.

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 Phoenix, AZ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

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

Most drone pilots have 13 years of professional experience.

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