SkySpecs
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
As a UAS Offshore Pilot, you will: Deploy to customer project locations - sometimes solo, sometimes in small teams - to execute on-site wind turbine blade inspections using the SkySpecs automated drone system Communicate daily to SkySpecs and customers on project progress, upcoming logistics, technical troubleshooting details, product improvements, etc. Be patient with and passionate for the most advanced commercial UAS technology on the market Charge, discharge, pack, and ship flight batteries Requirements of the job: UK Flier ID, GVC, STS or equivalent Certificated Remote Pilot (current) Native English speaker or proficiency Eligible to work in the United Kingdom and or Europe Primary place of residence within the UK or Ireland Minimum of 25 logged hours as pilot-in-command (PIC) multi-rotor platforms. Strong preference for extensive experience in "DJI Atti" mode equivalent (i.e. manual flying with no GPS position hold) Ability to travel up to 80% of the time, deployed to remote wind farms throughout the UK and Europe, in up to 2-week increments with 2-week breaks, depending on local regulations. Work 10+ hours a day in various weather conditions Knowledge and hands-on experience with UAS operations, vehicle and sensor assembly, telemetry radios, R/C transmitters, video downlinks, or general UAS field troubleshooting Willingness to jump in at any level of operations and do "whatever it takes" to help the project Excellent organisational and communication skills; high attention to detail; a stellar team player Must be comfortable with ambiguity and fast, constant changes to "the plan" with the ability to adapt quickly and make it seem effortless A valid passport A valid driver's license Ability to lift up to 22 kg. and stand for long periods of time Experience with being deployed for long periods of time 2-year technical degree or higher in unmanned systems, aviation, operations, or a related field Global Wind Organisation (GWO) training certificates (active) preferred Wind energy/renewables experience preferred Bonus points for: Wind turbine technician experience