Sr Drone Pilot - FPLAir One

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Date: Feb 18, 2025

Location(s): West Palm Beach, FL, US, 33407

Company: NextEra Energy

Requisition ID:  85588 

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., delivering clean, affordable, and dependable electricity to over 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s cleanest power generation fleets and top-tier reliability, we are setting new standards in the energy industry. Ready to make an impact? Join our exceptional team today and help shape the future of energy!

 

Position Specific Description

Our Smart Grid Team is looking for a Sr. Drone Pilot - FPLAir One to join their team in West Palm Beach, FL.

 

  • The candidate must have civilian/military aeronautical experience and proficiency requirements set forth in 14 CFR 61.129 for Commercial Pilot License requirements single-engine airplane with the ability to attain their Part 61 Commercial Pilots license within 6 months of onboarding.
  • The candidate have and maintain a Class 2 FAA Medical Certificate.
  • Be familiar with the Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR/AIM).
  • Have experience with a Safety Management System and familiar with principles or Aviation Safety and Operational Risk Management.
  • Must be able to be qualified with a Class A Commercial Driver’s License to transport and handle UAS equipment safely using a truck and trailer setup.
  • Must be a Terso-C Qualified Pilot within 6 months of onboarding.  The training will require 4-8 weeks of Teros-C training that may require up to 8 weeks of travel to complete the training.

 Desired Skills:

 

  • Experience with advanced UAS operations, including beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS);
  • Knowledge or certification in Crew Resource Management (CRM) preferred;
  • Instructor, training or development experience with UAS operations preferred.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Aviation, or a related field.

 

Job Overview

Florida Power and Light (FPL) is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Operator for the FPLAir One aircraft. This position will require the day-to-day operation of the 1800lb aircraft in a closed traffic pattern and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) with non-participating aircraft. Remote operations will include but are not limited to, preflight, checking weather along the intended route, logbook compliance, and ensuring airworthiness and safe operation. The pilot must be familiar with UAS operations in the National Airspace System and be able to work as a part of a team.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • The UAS Pilot is responsible for safety during all phases of flight
  • Assuring the aircraft meets airworthiness specifications before operation
  • Can analyze weather and hazards pertaining to the intended flight path
  • Use ADM and CRM to make the best decisions ensuring safety and success.
  • Ensure safe transport of aircraft using truck and trailer
  • Create and update documentation as it pertains to the flight operation
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Associate's or Equivalent Experience
  • Experience: 5+ years
  • Commercial Driver's License
  • FAA Part 107 Certificate
  • FAA Private Pilot Certificate part 61 or 141
  • FAA Medical certificate

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associates Degree

 

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

 

Employee Group:  Exempt
Employee Type:  Full Time
Job Category:  Operations
Organization:  Florida Power & Light Company 
Relocation Provided:  Yes, if applicable

 

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

 

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you. Alternatively, you may call 1-844-694-4748. Please do not use this line to inquire about your application status.

 

NextEra Energy will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

 

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Nearest Major Market: Palm Beach
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami
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