Location: Middle TN
Worksite: In office
Travel: ~10 percent
Compensation: Based on experience
Hiring Through: FocusPoint (confidential client)
FocusPoint is partnering with a confidential, industry leading energy organization to hire an Industrial Drone Pilot with proven experience flying drones over refineries, chemical plants, manufacturing facilities, or other complex industrial environments.
This role blends industrial drone operations with real time operational intelligence , supporting a centralized Situational Awareness Center responsible for monitoring enterprise wide site health. The pilot will conduct drone missions, interpret aerial and operational data, and contribute to continuous monitoring of critical infrastructure.
What You Will DoConduct routine, scheduled, and ad hoc drone flights across large scale energy facilities
Remotely pilot drones to support inspections, surveillance, and operational awareness
Provide drone support during emergency events and time sensitive operational situations
Monitor operational dashboards, visual displays, alerts, and drone feeds to maintain situational awareness
Identify anomalies, abnormal conditions, hazards, or operational issues
Communicate observations promptly to operations, reliability, maintenance, HSE, and security teams
Maintain accurate documentation of drone missions, observations, and escalations
Coordinate with onsite personnel and other operators to safely execute drone missions
Work rotating shifts as part of a 24/7 coverage team
Participate in training and continuous improvement activities supporting enterprise drone operations
Proven experience flying drones over industrial sites such as refineries, chemical plants, or manufacturing facilities
Strong understanding of industrial safety practices, permitting procedures, and hazard awareness
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required)
Ability to interpret aerial imagery, video, and operational data
High situational awareness and disciplined judgment when monitoring multiple information sources
Experience supporting industrial inspections or surveillance operations
Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
Clear communication skills and comfort escalating operational or safety concerns
Competitive compensation and shift differentials
Stable, long term opportunity with a major energy employer
Career growth within an expanding industrial drone and operational intelligence program
Access to advanced UAS platforms, operational intelligence tools, and ongoing professional development
Why Work with FocusPoint
As a trusted staffing partner to industry-leading companies, FocusPoint provides access to roles that align with your professional goals, and we advocate for your success throughout the recruitment process. Our team understands appropriate skillsets and takes a consultative approach ensuring that each match is grounded in both experience and fit.
How to Apply
To ensure confidentiality and alignment with our client's hiring process, all applications must be submitted through FocusPoint. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly. Interested candidates should reach out to FocusPoint's recruitment team with any questions.
About FocusPoint:
FocusPoint specializes in connecting top-tier professionals with exceptional opportunities in accounting, technology, healthcare, and leadership. We prioritize building meaningful connections, ensuring candidates find roles that align with their skills, goals, and passions.
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