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Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC)

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MissionGo Inc

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At MissionGO, our top priority is safety. MissionGO has been awarded a 3-year contract with Southern California Edison to conduct overhead line inspections utilizing UAS and qualified line inspectors and is looking to bring on dedicated and passionate individuals to fulfill this contract.



Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) shall have responsibility over each flight conducted and be held accountable for the flight operation. A successful teammate will abide by MissionGO’s safety rules and regulations to oversee their individual flight operation while in the field, collect useable high-quality imagery of specific assets, coordinate flights with MissionGO flight operations, fulfill Visual Observer position as necessary, work closely with a Visual Observer/Qualified Electrical Worker, and deliver the collected data in a timely fashion.

All sUAS pilots are expected to maintain flight hours and proficiency on all the aircraft and can plan and analyze flight missions. As sUAS pilots, the work environment includes airspace and weather considerations. The employee is expected to maintain awareness of the ever-changing weather conditions and monitor them during the flight operations.

This position will be working with multiple employees with different backgrounds and abilities. Duties and all work will be accomplished under the direction of the Project Manager and in partnership with others to be determined.

NOTE! The performance of work on this job takes place in remote areas of California. Candidates are housed at different locations during the contract period and would be able to return home periodically as time permits.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Continuous awareness of the aircraft in such a manner as to be able to discern aircraft attitude and trajectory.
  • Operational override capability over any other operator regardless of position and command flight termination during all phases of flight
  • Make the UAS and pertinent documentation available for FAA inspection or testing.
  • Report to the FAA within 10 days of any operation that results in at least serious injury, loss of consciousness, or property damage of at least $500.
  • Report any incident, no matter how minor, to the Operations Manager or their designee.
  • Conduct a preflight inspection, to include specific aircraft and control station systems checks, to ensure the UAS is in a condition for safe operation.
  • Conduct aircraft, battery and firmware care and maintenance.
  • Ensure the UAS complies with the existing registration requirements specified in FAA Part 91 or Part 107.
  • Ensure all required maintenance has been performed and documented.
  • Ensure all flight operations are conducted in accordance with relevant Federal, state, and local regulations and all conditions in MissionGO manual.
  • Conduct or monitor pre-flight and post-flight inspections and briefings for all flight operations.
  • Coordinate the safety of all persons involved in operations.

Skills and Competencies

  • Possession of a FAA Part 107 Certificate.
  • Exceptional commitment to safety.
  • Considerable experience and flight hours on sUAS or complex sUAS.
  • Ability to pass an FAA Medical Exam (Third Class).
  • “Do whatever it takes” mentality to help the overall success of the mission.
  • Must pass a background check and drug screening.
  • Works well within a team environment.
  • Humble and hungry for exciting work.

Role Snapshot

  • All full-time MissionGO, Inc. team members are eligible for our excellent benefits package!
  • Travel required; ability to operate in field conditions and inclement weather, and safely and effectively complete aerial inspections of distribution poles/structures.
  • Work as a team with the designated Visual Observer, encouraging effective communication and a friendly work environment, and to maintain a professional standard for our customer and the representation of MissionGO.
  • Problem solves equipment issues, organization of structure collection, and managing of daily tasks.
  • Complete detailed and full inspections of designated structures and maintain issued equipment and report any issues immediately.
  • Accurately report daily collections and accurately detail collections through ArcGIS systems in a timely manner.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment will constantly change and will include but is not limited to, extensive exposure to sun, heat, cold, wind. Often employees will be faced with considerable terrain challenges such as aggressive elevation changes, up and down, and different footing challenges such as soft sandy bases, rocky base, and thick vegetation.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long hours and work in rough outdoor environments. The employee is expected to maintain the physical ability to meet these challenges. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About MissionGO:

MissionGO is a leading provider of UAS solutions and services. Formed by the professionals responsible for the first successful human organ delivery used in a transplant surgery via UAS and currently servicing one of the largest UAS inspection contracts in the world, MissionGO is trailblazing the UAS industry innovating critical infrastructure inspections, medical and commercial cargo delivery, and UAS training and program stand-up.



MissionGO is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome qualified applicants from a variety of backgrounds inclusive of their race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran

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