How much does a Drone Operator make in New Jersey? The average Drone Operator salary in New Jersey is $55,960 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $49,836 and $63,820. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Drone Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $44,261 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $49,836 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $55,960 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $63,820 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $70,976 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $49,836 10% $44,261 90% $70,976 75% $63,820 $55,960 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $57,696 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $58,717 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $58,768 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $57,645 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $59,636 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $57,696 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $56,828 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $57,288 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $58,768 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $57,696 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Drone Operator in New Jersey
LanceSoft, Inc. -
Entry level drone operator Ideally, minimal drone experience Need to have FAA 107 commercial drone license before they can start working. Knowledge test on FAA rules, not actually flying a drone in practice. Looking for people: willing to learn and travel for extended periods of time. Strong candidates without licenses will be considered, but they will need to study and pass the test on their own time. What are they looking at when they are out in the field: Transmission and Distribution – generally looking at poles and then go through a “shot list” and fly to the next pole and repeat the process or looking at transmission structures (electrical towers, etc) or at industrial sites to measure the thickness of steel or various metals (fly right up to the surface and make contact with the surface to conduct a measurement); infrared inspections on utility lines with conductors. Travelling (i.e., >80%-90%)
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TruNorthe - Reno , NV
Job Description Job Description TruNorthe, LLC provides construction management and site acquisition services to the cellular communication industry. Our professional teams are created emulating a culture that is supportive while also providing each team member with the flexibility to work independently. We are a growing company working with some of the most notable companies in the cellular communication industry. TruNorthe offers numerous opportunities for growth and career advancement. We are seeking a Drone Pilot to join our team! Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Operate and control drones in a safe and responsible manner, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. · Conduct pre-flight inspections to ensure the drone is in proper working condition. · Plan and execute drone flights according to project requirements, ensuring the safety of personnel and property. · Capture high-quality aerial footage and imagery as per project specifications. · Maintain
- 1 day ago
Referencepointpress - Price , UT
**Become a Drone Pilot** Price: $41.27 S&L Price: $31.95 ISBN: 978-1-6782-0008-4 Format: Hardcover Other titles in the Go to **Author:** Emma Huddleston **Publication Date:** **Number of Pages:** 80 **Dewey Code:** 629.130023 **Lexile:** 690L **Interest Grade Level:** **Reading Grade Level:** **Imprint:** Quantity: * Whole number only From the big screens of the movie theater to monitors in military command centers, drone technology is changing the way people across numerous industries work. Become a Drone Pilot explores how people can turn a drone piloting hobby into a career, the many paths they can take, and what to expect from the job.
- 1 day ago
TruNorthe - Modesto , CA
Job Description Job Description TruNorthe, LLC provides construction management and site acquisition services to the cellular communication industry. Our professional teams are created emulating a culture that is supportive while also providing each team member with the flexibility to work independently. We are a growing company working with some of the most notable companies in the cellular communication industry. TruNorthe offers numerous opportunities for growth and career advancement. We are seeking a Drone Pilot to join our team! Essential Duties and Responsibilities · Operate and control drones in a safe and responsible manner, adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. · Conduct pre-flight inspections to ensure the drone is in proper working condition. · Plan and execute drone flights according to project requirements, ensuring the safety of personnel and property. · Capture high-quality aerial footage and imagery as per project specifications. · Maintain
- 2 days ago
EverGRO - Orange , VA
WHAT'S MY NEXT CAREER AS THE AGRONOMY DRONE PILOT APPLICATOR LOOK LIKE: Your next career will be highlighted by: Serving as the Drone Remote Pilot Operator for the Agronomy Division to custom apply EverGRO's crop protectants/products to customer properties Learning & adapting to improve efficiencies & custom application operations with drone technology and software Assisting Agronomy Division with daily activities related to custom application, including reporting, data management, customer support, vendor management, etc. WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? As the Agronomy Division Support Specialist, you will be eligible for several benefits, including: Competitive Pay Competitive 401k Company Match with Immediate Vesting Medical Plan Options; including Health Savings Account eligibility Paid Time Off Employee Discounts Financial Support to Obtain and Renew Certifications/Licenses & Tuition Reimbursement Leadership Training and Development opportunities WHAT CAN I EXPECT? This position will be task
- 2 days ago
Aerotek - Half Moon Bay , CA
Job Description Job Description HIRING NOW! Love flying Drones? Come join our team as a Flight test operator. Assembling, preflighting, launching, and recovering unmanned aircraft in order to test and optimize operational systems. Maintaining the existing fleet of aircraft and ground equipment, as well as maintaining new systems we are building for function-specific flight tests. Running tests to validate system improvements, new technology for performance and design validation, and new processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications 1-3 years flying Drones. part 107 license is a requirement mechanically inclined: Will do minor repair work on drones. Hand tool experience Effective communication, including writing, speaking and interpersonal communication Good collaboration and teamwork abilities Must have manual flight experience. FPV(first person view). Has to have extensive experience with manual flight. *must be comfortable working outdoors as 90% of time will be in an outdoor enivorn
- 3 days ago

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