- Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
- Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
- Inspect parts for surface defects.
- Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies,
Drone pilot | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Drone pilots remotely operate aircraft used in work like surveying, filmmaking and aerial photography.
Drone pilots typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.
As a Drone pilot you will typically work freelance / self-employed.
This occupation tends to be:
Average salary |
97,608 GBP * |
per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Drone pilot
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103,798 GBP
Average salary for full-time Drone pilot
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97,608 GBP
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Salary over time for Drone pilot
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94,182 GBP
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87,447 GBP
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87,322 GBP
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84,307 GBP
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78,221 GBP
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86,204 GBP
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97,608 GBP
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75,903 GBP
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53,152 GBP
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Future outlook for Drone pilots
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-7% yearly wage growth (on average) ![pointer](http://static.emg-services.net/sections/jobs/images/gauge/status4.png)
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28% chance of automation in the future Drone pilot - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Drone pilot and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Drone pilot.![](http://static.emg-services.net/sections/jobs/images/softskills/softskill/9.jpg)
Operation Monitoring Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
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Monitoring Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action
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Quality Control Analysis Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
![](http://static.emg-services.net/sections/jobs/images/softskills/softskill/14.jpg)
Troubleshooting Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it
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Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Drone pilot. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Drone pilot interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Initiative Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Achievement/Effort Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.