RPAS Specialist - UAS/RPAS Pilot (Calgary AB)
Job Title: RPAS Specialist - UAS/RPAS Pilot
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Open Positions: Multiple
Location: Calgary AB or surrounding area
Application Deadline: November 17th, 2025
Company Description
Altomaxx Technologies is a leading-edge drone-service provider, offering inspection services, integrated solutions, and capacity building within a diverse range of industries. Through policy development and leadership, AltoMaxx shapes the drone industry, setting a high standard for safety and operational procedures.
Altomaxx is a rapidly growing company, thanks to its team of world-class technical experts, strategic partnerships, dedication to continuous improvement, and unwavering commitment to its clients. Headquartered in Canada, Altomaxx serves an international client-base and deploys drone technologies in projects around the globe.
About the Position
Core Pillars
- Oil and Gas Industry
- Integrated Solutions
- Ground Penetrating Radar
- Bathymetry
- Confined Space Inspections
- Fugitive Emissions Management
Position Description
Altomaxx is looking to expand its field operations team. We are accepting applications for experienced commercial drone pilots who are interested in joining our Calgary AB flight crews. Applicants shold be self-motivated, adept at problem-solving, thrive in diverse environments and passionate about drone technology. Travel is an essential part of the position both domestically and internationally as Altomaxx have a number of on-going international projects.
Experience with UgCS Software is a definite value add to your application.
Primary Position Responsibilities
- Conduct drone operations in the field
- Perform the duties of a pilot, crew member, visual observer or payload operator
- Operate a variety of drone models and sensor payloads
- Acquire field data using established techniques and methods
- Maintain, monitor and document preventative maintenance on field equipment and other assets
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Transport Canada RPAS Pilot Flight Review Rating
- Valid safety certifications (First Aid, H2S Alive, BST, Confined Space, Fall Arrest, HUEBA and HUET, etc)
- Experience in geomatics, surveying, visual inspections
- Familiarity with drone flight planning software (DJI Pilot, Pix4D, UgCS, etc)
- Post processing experience
Conditions for Employment:
- Willing and able to pass routine drug screening test on regular basis
- Willing to travel domestic and internationally. Must have a valid passport and working visa if required
- Have a valid drivers licence
- Willingness to travel
Preferred Experience
- UgCS Software experience and Advanced Operations Certificate
Please submit your cover letter and resume to hr@altomaxx.com. Only applicants receiving consideration will be contacted.
