Company Description Nabhastra Private Limited is focused on building India’s next generation of drone-ready talent through structured training and hands-on learning. The organization is committed to equipping learners with practical skills in unmanned aviation, aligned with evolving industry standards and regulations. Nabhastra offers specialized programs that blend technical expertise, safety awareness, and real-world application.

Drone Pilot

Instructors at Nabhastra contribute directly to shaping the future workforce in India’s rapidly growing drone ecosystem.

Role Description This is a full time, on-site role based in Visakhapatnam for a Drone Pilot Instructor in reputed RPTO.

– Drone Pilot Instructor (Small Class)

The Drone Pilot Instructor – Small Class shall be responsible for conducting theoretical, simulator and practical flight training for Remote Pilot trainees in accordance with the prevailing DGCA requirements and the RPTO’s approved Training and Procedures Manual. The Instructor shall conduct ground classes, flight demonstrations, supervised flying exercises, pre-flight and post-flight briefings, simulator sessions and trainee competency assessments. The Instructor will ensure strict compliance with flight safety procedures, airspace restrictions, aircraft operating limitations and applicable regulatory requirements.

The incumbent shall maintain accurate trainee attendance, training progress, flying records, instructor logs and other mandatory documentation and assist the Chief Remote Pilot Instructor/Accountable Manager in maintaining training standards.



The Instructor shall also ensure serviceability and proper handling of training UAS, batteries, simulators and associated equipment; report defects or safety occurrences; participate in recurrent training and standardisation activities; and undertake any other instructional or operational responsibilities assigned by the RPTO management consistent with DGCA requirements.

1

Educational Qualification

Minimum 10th pass or equivalent from a recognised Board. Higher technical qualification/diploma/degree in Engineering, Aviation, Electronics, Mechatronics or allied field is desirable.

2

Remote Pilot Qualification

Must possess a valid Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) for the applicable Small Class UAS and category/sub-category relevant to the RPTO’s approved training scope.

3

Instructor Qualification

Must have successfully completed the applicable DGCA-recognised/approved instructor training and assessment requirements and be eligible to function as an instructor under the RPTO’s approved training framework.

4

Flying Proficiency

Should demonstrate sound practical proficiency in manual and automated UAS operations, normal procedures, emergency handling, mission planning,



pre-flight/post-flight procedures and safe recovery of UAS.

5

Regulatory Knowledge

Thorough working knowledge of applicable DGCA UAS regulations, Drone Rules, Digital Sky requirements, airspace restrictions, operating procedures and RPTO training requirements.

6

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of UAS components, flight controllers, propulsion systems, batteries, GNSS, communication links, GCS, payloads and basic troubleshooting.

7

Instructional Ability

Ability to conduct classroom instruction, simulator training, practical flying demonstrations, student briefings/debriefings and competency assessments.

8

Safety & Documentation

Should be capable of maintaining training records, flying logs, student progress records, aircraft documentation, checklists, occurrence records and other records prescribed by the RPTO.

9

Communication Skills

Good communication and instructional skills in English and Hindi/local language, as appropriate for trainees.

10

Experience

Previous UAS flying, instructional, aviation, defence or technical experience is desirable. Preference may be given to candidates with demonstrable Small Class UAS instructional/flying experience.

11

Medical Fitness

Must be physically and medically fit to undertake outdoor practical flying and instructional duties.

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Other Requirements

Must satisfy all current DGCA eligibility, competency, certification and recurrent/continuation requirements applicable to Remote Pilot Instructors and comply with the RPTO’s approved Training and Procedures Manual.

📌 Drone Pilot Instructors (Andhra Pradesh)
🏢 Nabhastra Private
📍 Andhra Pradesh