One of the most common questions we get at DRONELIFE is from new pilots. Wherever they are, or whatever their specialty, we've been asked the same question hundreds, if not thousands, of times: "How do I get a job in the industry?" The answer isn't as simple as getting a Part 107, or of learning a few additional skills. This year almost every commercial drone company we … [Read more...] about DRONELIFE Exclusive: How to Get Hired By One of the Top Drone Companies in the U.S. – an Interview with Avisight’s COO
Drone Jobs
DRONEII – The Drone Job Market: What is it and Where is it Going?
Guest Post: This article published with permission from our partners at DroneII, Drone Industry Insights. With the industry maturing, the drone job market within it is becoming increasingly complex and more difficult to navigate – companies are competing not only to develop the latest UAV technology, but also to grab the very best engineers out there. More automated and … [Read more...] about DRONEII – The Drone Job Market: What is it and Where is it Going?
Women Who Drone Launch Funding Campaign to Inspire and Train New Women Pilots
Women in the drone industry do a great job of supporting each other - but their numbers are still discouragingly small. Women represent fewer than 5% of licensed drone pilots in the US, and fewer than 3% globally. It's a tiny fraction of such a rapidly growing industry - and the online community Women Who Drone is on a mission to increase that number. Women Who Drone is … [Read more...] about Women Who Drone Launch Funding Campaign to Inspire and Train New Women Pilots
Drone Inspections Increasing Safety, Efficiencies Across Industries
A guest post by Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. The unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) market has seen strong growth in recent years as new applications continue to be discovered. Industries such as agriculture, construction and real estate have broadened their use of drone technology in what’s predicted to become a $13 billion investment for business and civil government … [Read more...] about Drone Inspections Increasing Safety, Efficiencies Across Industries
3 Things You Can Do to Kickstart Your Career in Drones – While You Work
The drone industry is growing fast. AUVSI's 2016 economic report estimates that the industry will provide over 100,000 jobs by 2025, with an economic impact of over $80 billion. Since Part 107 was enacted last year, thousands of companies are realizing the benefits of drone technologies. If you're a working professional ready to make a move into a new, growth-oriented … [Read more...] about 3 Things You Can Do to Kickstart Your Career in Drones – While You Work
