“Drone Industry Ramps Up Hiring Efforts, Prioritizing Experienced Talent”

The drone industry is experiencing a surge in hiring, with competitive salary packages attracting professionals from other major manufacturing hubs, including the semiconductor industry. The industry is expected to reach over Rs 30,000 crore, with India alone looking at Rs 5,000 crore of investment and the creation of 10,000 jobs. Job roles in the drone industry include drone pilots, operators, program managers, technicians, trainers, data scientists, and software engineers. To meet demand, organisations are hiring graduates and trained/certified pilots in dual participation with universities, colleges, and institutions certified to conduct technical training. Technical skills such as problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities are highly valued in the industry.