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Drone Pilot & Field Operations Intern

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
Hybrid
Length
151 - 180 days
Locations
1 location in Texas
Job locations
Texas
Career field
Business and Financial Operations
Target MOS/ratings
Open to all MOS/AFSC/Ratings with interest or experience in aviation, flight operations, electronics, mechanics, robotics, or geospatial intelligence (e.g., 15W, 15U, 15Q, 2W0X1, 3D1X2, 11U, RPA Pilots, Sensor Operators, or combat arms/logistics personnel with FAA Part 107 certification).

About the program

Valkyrie UAS provides cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems and flight services. This SkillBridge internship offers transitioning service members hands-on training and operational flight experience in small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS). Interns will assist with flight planning, equipment maintenance, field deployments, and aerial data collection.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Prepare, maintain, and inspect sUAS hardware, payloads, and ground support equipment prior to operations.Assist with flight planning, airspace authorization requests, risk assessments, and site surveys.Execute manual and automated flight missions as a remote pilot-in-command (PIC) or visual observer (VO).Process, organize, and analyze sensor and flight telemetry data post-mission.Support ongoing standard operating procedure (SOP) development and safety protocol compliance.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Active Duty military eligible for DoD SkillBridge with command authorization.FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred (or willingness to obtain prior to start date).Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs of field equipment.

https://valkyrie-uas.co/

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ