How much does a Drone Operator make in South Dakota? The average Drone Operator salary in South Dakota is $45,902 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $40,879 and $52,349. 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 $36,305 SD March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $40,879 SD March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $45,902 SD March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $52,349 SD March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Drone Operator Salary $58,218 SD March 26, 2024
25% $40,879 10% $36,305 90% $58,218 75% $52,349 $45,902 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Roofer.com - Boerne, TX

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MVMT Group Inc., dba Roofer.com - Charlotte, NC

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SageTech Resources - Dallas, TX

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Deadwood, SD Avg. Salary $44,676 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Pierre, SD Avg. Salary $42,991 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Watertown, SD Avg. Salary $45,595 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aberdeen, SD Avg. Salary $42,225 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agar, SD Avg. Salary $42,225 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akaska, SD Avg. Salary $42,225 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alcester, SD Avg. Salary $45,289 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, SD Avg. Salary $45,595 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allen, SD Avg. Salary $44,676 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alpena, SD Avg. Salary $43,910 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Drone Operator in South Dakota
**UAV Drone Pilots** Vimaan is looking for pilots, technicians and operators for our drones for various customer applications. The jobs are located in PA, TN, TX, MS, CA and other states. **Job Functions** The role will include, but not be limited to: * Performing flight testing of new generations of drones * Fly drones daily/weekly at customer sites to acquire sensor data including camera-based images and other information * Optimize sensor mounting parameters and data collection information to meet customer needs * Communicate closely with Applications Engineering Team to report and resolve issues for continuous improvement * Help grow and lead the team at different sites **Qualifications** * The ideal candidate has the following attributes: * SW skills: Familiarity with MS and G-Suite products. Bonus if any user experience with Ubuntu and Python. * Experience with cameras, FPV, sensors and other applications of drones for commercial applications * High School Degree, AA degree or Ba
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Seek Now - Louisville , KY
Our Company: Established in 2012, Seek Now captures robust property data to meet the needs of customers across the insurance and real estate industries. With more than 2 million property inspections completed to date while currently servicing 3,000 properties per day, Seek Now is the leading data capture and inspection services firm serving 240+ customers. Our mission is to help our customers make faster decisions and improve economic outcomes, all while providing a stellar customer experience. We accomplish this through continuously reimagining how information is captured, transformed, and transmitted across all the industries we serve. Our vision is to be the leading provider of on-demand, ground truth property data solutions. We do this while creating individual growth opportunities for our employees, expanding network of Seekers, and value add partners. Position Summary: Seek Now is searching for capable 1099 independent sub-contractors to provide drone services for upcoming teleco
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Roofer.com - Boerne , TX
Job Description Job Description Job description: Coordinate and actively participate in ground and flight operations including mission planning, Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability Authorization (LAANC), execution, briefing/debriefing, for data collection efforts with final data processing and imagery upload. You will be responsible for flying Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) missions for drone operators to ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, company policy and procedures. This role is seasonal, contract, and part-time. Drones will be used to photograph damaged roofs that were recently damaged by wind and hail. This is a great opportunity for a Part 107 pilot to earn extra income as a storm chaser. Prior experience with drones is required for this role. About Roofer.com: Roofer.com is the first tech-enabled roofing company in the US and is rapidly expanding. Using cutting-edge drone, topographical, and machine learning technologies, w
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Drone/Robotics Operator I will be a robotic field operator for basic functioning UAVs (Quadcopter) who: • Supports missions by performing data collection and assists in the processing of collected data. • Asset Management of associated hardware and tracking hardware assets used for projects and ensuring accountability of their equipment and maintenance status. • Supports missions as a Visual Observer (VO) with growth opportunity to become Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC). • Ability to follow all established company procedures and policies • Ability to gain unescorted access to nuclear stations • Travel overnight with potential deployments lasting two to three weeks • Possess or has ability to gain FAA Remote pilot part 107 certification within 30 days • Ability to read and speak the English language • Possess a valid driver’s license, • Can lift 50# or greater • Can work outdoors for an entire shift • Stand for 8 hours or more. This role requires traveling for 2-3 weeks
- 2 days ago
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
- 3 days 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.
- 3 days ago

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