Drone Technical Assistant

About this operator

The Drone Technical Assistant supports specialized drone operations beyond standard event aerial videography. This role covers agricultural spraying, topographic mapping, GIS data capture, survey support, and technical field coordination for specialized drone missions across Sri Lanka. The operator works with spraying drones and survey drones equipped with RTK GPS and similar advanced systems. Responsibilities include flight preparation, area assessment, mission setup, payload checks, battery handling, safe operating procedures, and supporting data collection workflows. This is not a standard wedding or event drone pilot role. It is a technical field service intended for agriculture, land, industrial, and survey use cases.

This is our senior professional tier - capable of serious commercial aerial coverage, weddings, and corporate productions. We do not position this operator as an industry expert or award-grade specialist. For aviation-grade survey work, broadcast aerial cinematography, or international film productions, please engage an independent industry specialist directly.

Skills

Responsibilities

• Assisting with spraying and mapping drone mission setup
• Pre-flight technical checks and flight area readiness
• Battery, payload, and equipment coordination
• Supporting RTK GPS and survey workflow setup
• Monitoring field safety and operational procedures
• Assisting with agricultural spraying operations
• Supporting GIS and mapping data capture workflows

Common use cases

What's included

• 01 × Certified Drone Technical Assistant
• Support for specialized drone setup and field operations
• Flight planning and mission preparation support
• Technical assistance for spraying or survey drone workflows
• Basic operational coordination during field work

Extra charges (quoted on booking)

• Outstation travel, Quoted on booking (locations outside Colombo district)
• Site / airspace permits, Restricted zones may require advance permits

Frequently asked

Things to know

• Premium specialized service, actual work is typically project-based even though source pricing includes a daily rate.
• CAASL regulations and any relevant agricultural or site permits apply.
• Weather dependent, wind and rain prevent safe operations.
• Chemical spraying requires client-provided agricultural chemicals and correct mixing instructions unless otherwise agreed.
• Mapping data processing may take 3-7 working days depending on scope.
• Restricted areas including airports, military zones, and sensitive sites require special permits. Plan at least 7+ days ahead.
• Travel charges apply, specialized operators are typically deployed from the Western Province.
• Advance booking required, minimum 7 days notice.
• Cancellation within 72 hours forfeits the booking fee.
• Site safety, access, and operating clearance must be confirmed before deployment.