Hard Skills
IntermediateUAV System MaintenanceThe technical ability to perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on drone airframes, propulsion systems, and landing gear.
AdvancedAvionics TroubleshootingDiagnosing and repairing faults in flight controllers, electronic speed controllers (ESCs), GPS modules, and telemetry systems using multimeters and diagnostic software.
IntermediateComposite Materials RepairThe skill of repairing carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other composite structural components through resin application and structural bonding techniques.
IntermediatePayload IntegrationMounting, calibrating, and testing specialized sensors such as LiDAR, thermal cameras, or multispectral sensors onto the UAV platform.
IntermediatePrecision SolderingThe ability to perform high-quality electrical connections on small-scale printed circuit boards and wiring harnesses within tight UAV enclosures.
AdvancedRegulatory Compliance and SafetyKnowledge and application of aviation authority regulations (e.g., FAA Part 107) and internal safety protocols for ground and flight operations.
IntermediateCAD/CAM ProficiencyUtilizing Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing software to design and produce custom replacement parts or mounting brackets via 3D printing or CNC machining.