Hard Skills
AdvancedUAV Flight OperationThe ability to manually or autonomously pilot an unmanned aircraft through various maneuvers and environments while maintaining control and stability.
IntermediateAviation Regulatory ComplianceKnowledge and adherence to national aviation authority regulations, such as FAA Part 107, including airspace restrictions and flight logging requirements.
IntermediatePayload and Sensor ManagementThe configuration and operation of onboard equipment such as LiDAR, thermal cameras, and high-definition optical sensors to capture specific data types.
IntermediatePreventive Maintenance and TroubleshootingPerforming routine mechanical checks and diagnosing hardware or software malfunctions in the UAV and ground control stations.
AdvancedEmergency Recovery ProceduresThe ability to execute immediate safety protocols during critical failures such as loss of signal, battery failure, or mid-air obstacles.
AdvancedMission Planning and GIS IntegrationUtilizing Geographic Information Systems and specialized software to map flight paths, assess terrain, and optimize battery usage for specific objectives.