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Field Application Specialist

Remote
Vancouver, British Columbia
$80,000 - $90,000/year
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Competitive salary $80k–$90k
Equity/stock options participation
Medical and dental coverage with HSA

About the role

About Draganfly:

Draganfly Inc. (the “Company”) has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety, agriculture, aerial imaging, & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry, Draganfly’s focus is on the sale of drone products and services, contract engineering & custom integration product development, and health monitoring products and services.

About The Role:

Draganfly Innovations is on the lookout for a Field Application Specialist (FAS) to serve as a key technical ambassador for our UAS platforms. In this role, you’ll deliver high‑quality product demonstrations, customer training, and event support—ensuring clients experience our systems at their full potential from first interaction through early adoption.

You’ll work closely with Sales, Product, Engineering, and customers to bridge the gap between technology and real‑world mission needs. This is a remote position with significant travel and is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic field environments, enjoys hands‑on UAS operations, and excels in customer‑facing technical communication.

Key Responsibilities:

UAS Operations

  • Lead in-person and virtual product demonstrations for prospects and partners
  • Act as the on-site subject matter expert for Draganfly systems
  • Prepare and maintain demo systems
  • Deliver hands-on or virtual customer training
  • Support development of training materials and online learning resources
  • Conduct partner and reseller training
  • Perform compliant flight operations for demos, testing, and special projects

Events & Trade Shows

  • Represent Draganfly at industry events, trade shows, and customer days
  • Operate live demo areas, present to audiences, and engage with customers
  • Support logistics including shipping, setup, tear-down, and technical preparation

Interdepartmental Support

  • Document customer feedback and feature requests
  • Support Sales with technical scoping and proposal input
  • Assist with onboarding milestones for new customers
  • Deliver internal training for sales, marketing, and partner teams

Who are you really?

  • You communicate clearly and confidently with both technical and non‑technical audiences
  • You thrive in fast‑paced environments and manage multiple engagements with ease
  • You’re highly skilled in UAS operations and committed to safety and compliance
  • You’re adaptable, solutions-focused, and comfortable working independently
  • You enjoy collaborating across teams and supporting others in developing technical proficiency

Qualifications:

  • FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (required)
  • 4+ years in UAS operations or product application roles
  • Experience conducting customer training or technical demonstrations
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and familiarity with mission planning and payloads
  • Comfortable with frequent travel (50–70%)
  • Experience with MAVLink-based systems is an asset
  • Proficiency with CRM and collaboration tools (HubSpot, Teams, SharePoint)

Preferred Specializations

  • Military: Reconnaissance, FPV, tactical logistics
  • Law Enforcement: DFR, SAR, tactical indoor flights, accident reconstruction
  • Commercial: Inspections, LiDAR/surveying, photogrammetry, critical logistics

Compensation package:

  • Competitive salary: $80,000 – $90,000
  • Equity/Stock Options: Participation in the company’s stock option plan, providing long‑term ownership and alignment with company growth.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits, including a Health Spending Account (HSA).
  • Matching RRSP program to support long‑term financial planning.
  • Generous time‑off program, including vacation, wellness days, and the full week off between Christmas and New Year’s.
  • Professional development support, including assistance toward obtaining your FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or equivalent training required for operational roles.

Why Join Us

At Draganfly Innovations, you’ll join a collaborative team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. We’re in an exciting growth phase, scaling our technologies, product lines, and teams as we continue to shape the future of UAV innovation. Joining us now means becoming part of a company with deep roots in the industry - and bold ambitions for what comes next.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work on diverse and cutting‑edge projects, and grow your skills alongside passionate experts. We offer competitive compensation, strong benefits, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Here, you won’t just join a company - you’ll help build what comes next.

As part of our hiring process, all candidates must successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.

About Draganfly Inc.

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Draganfly is an industry-leading drone systems and solutions provider, delivering mission-critical technology for defense, public safety, environmental, and enterprise applications.

With over 25 years of innovation in the UAV space, we design, engineer, and manufacture drones, sensors, and AI-powered software that support real-time decision-making and situational awareness for our clients around the world.

Our drones are trusted by military and government agencies, law enforcement, emergency responders, agriculture operators, and environmental organizations for their reliability, flexibility, and performance in high-stakes environments.

What sets us apart:

25+ years of UAV innovation and field-tested performance

ATAK-integrated solutions for real-time tactical ops

North American manufacturing and compliance

Modular payload systems for maximum mission flexibility

Proven use cases across defense, disaster response, and industrial monitoring

Draganfly is proudly committed to North American innovation and sovereignty in drone technology at a time when security, transparency, and performance matter most.