A survey by job seekers web-site Indeed revealed that in the USA, the average annual salary of a UAS Operator, or Remotely Piloted Aircraft Pilot, was $103,000 – somewhat greater than the average of $80,000 it found for Aircraft Pilots. For full results click here.
Meanwhile, we came across this job advertised by Air National Guard for a UAS operator in Santa Barbara:
Work as a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Pilot in the Air Guard In this position, you will operate specialized mission aircraft and command flight crews to accomplish reconnaissance, surveillance, combat, training, and other missions. Plans and prepares for mission. Reviews mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information. Supervises mission planning, equipment configuration, and crew briefing. Ensures ground station and aircraft are preflighted, inspected, loaded, and equipped for mission. Operates aircraft and commands crew. Operates aircraft controls and equipment. Performs, supervises, or directs navigation, surveillance, reconnaissance, and weapons employment operations. Conducts or supervises training of crewmembers. Ensures operational readiness of crew…
Those interested should click here.