Drone Jobs in Texas
Texas combines a huge energy sector, vast agricultural land and a growing tech industry, making it one of the top states for drone jobs of every kind. From pipeline inspection to engineering, the listings below cover Texas employers hiring now.
- Roles open
- 210
Senior Engineer, Air Vehicle Fluid Systems (R5203)
Chief Mechanical Engineer
Digital Power Electronics Firmware Engineer
Senior Program Manager (R4932)
Senior Program Manager (R4931)
Program Manager (R4930)
Software Engineer - Mission Systems/Integration
Software Engineer - Robotics (Motion)
Software Engineer - Deployment & Fleet Management
Staff Engineer, Electrical Integration & Test (R5204)
Staff Software Engineer, GCS - Full Stack (R5192)
Staff Engineer, Software, GCS - C++ (R5189)
Staff Engineer, Integration Manufacturing (R5187)
Staff Engineer, Propulsion Systems Advance Manufacturing (R5185)
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration - Expeditionary (R5175)
Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis (R5173)
Software Engineer - All Levels
Manager of Engineering - Autonomous Pilot Integration (R5153)
Manufacturing Engineer - Electrical
Engineer II, Structural Analysis (R4952)
Commercial piloting in Texas requires an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, and the state offers some of the most varied demand in the country. Its energy industry is a major driver, using drones for pipeline, flare-stack, tower and solar-farm inspection. Add extensive agriculture, active construction and land surveying, and Texas supports a deep market for drone pilot jobs across multiple sectors.
Texas is also increasingly a technical hub. A growing number of drone and aerospace companies base engineering, manufacturing and software operations in the state, drawn by its business environment and expanding tech workforce. That means opportunity for both certified pilots and technical professionals.
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Questions, answered
- Do I need a Part 107 licence for drone jobs in Texas?
- Yes, for all commercial piloting. Technical roles in engineering, manufacturing and software do not require it.
- What industries hire drone pilots in Texas?
- Energy (oil, gas, wind and solar), agriculture, construction and land surveying are the biggest drivers of piloting demand.
- Does Texas have technical drone jobs?
- Yes. A growing number of drone and aerospace companies base engineering, manufacturing and software operations in the state.
- Why is Texas good for drone work?
- Its energy sector, large agricultural land base, active construction and expanding tech industry create demand across both piloting and technical roles.