Head Pilot
About the job
- Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.
- Ability to travel up to 60% of the time.
- Ability to operate under pressure in fast-paced event environments.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Lead and operate drone flight operations across domestic and international projects.
- Follow operational procedures, flight manuals, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols.
- Ensure operational compliance with local aviation regulations and permit requirements.
- Assess operational feasibility for proposed show locations, including conducting site inspections and preparing reports.
- Lead on-site flight operations during rehearsals and live performances.
- Conduct warehouse operations in line with company practices, including maintaining and organizing equipment, maintaining inventory records, creating shipping documents, preparing and receiving shipments, and processing incoming equipment.
- Spanish language ability is an additional advantage but is not essential.
- Experience in large-scale drone show operations.
- Relevant certified drone pilot qualifications for the operating regions.
- Background in aviation, aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations, or live event production.
About the company
CyberDrone Drone Shows designs and executes customized drone light shows for events around the world. It handles the entire process from concept development and animation to on-site production, using its own in-house technology to choreograph fluid and complex aerial formations. The company differentiates itself through its live-event expertise, end-to-end service, and global logistics that accommodate different locations and regulations, enabling brands, agencies, and municipalities to deliver memorable visual spectacles. Its goal is to help clients create lasting connections with audiences by delivering engaging, brand-aligned drone performances for activations, launches, and public celebrations.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
Seed
Total Funding
$3M
Headquarters
Upper Township, New Jersey
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Cyberdrone’s August 2026 site lists Rock in Rio and Eurovision 2026 wins.
- The company is hiring Sales Manager Europe and Head Pilot roles in 2026.
- Cyberdrone’s projects page shows repeat work across UAE, India, Turkey, and Australia.
What critics are saying
- Rock in Rio 2026 concentrates revenue exposure in one September festival run.
- Cyberdrone had only 20-plus employees in June 2026, limiting execution capacity.
- Drone-show permits, airspace approvals, and weather disruptions can cancel marquee events fast.
What makes Cyberdrone unique
- Cyberdrone ran Eurovision Vienna 2026 with 3,000 drones above Schönbrunn Palace.
- Cyberdrone says it has a 7,000-aircraft Dubai fleet and global show logistics.
- Cyberdrone combines drone choreography, pyro, lasers, and multimedia for branded events.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options