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Performance Drone Works
About Performance Drone Works
Performance Drone Works (PDW) designs and builds small unmanned aircraft for defense, national security and public safety in Huntsville, Alabama. Its sUAS pilots fly the test, acceptance and regression flights for production aircraft, fly prototypes so engineers can judge new designs and controls, run customer demonstrations and write up every anomaly they find. Its sUAS trainers travel up to 70% of the time to teach customers to fly and maintain PDW's drones.
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PDW's own Rippling board verified October 27, 2026 (41 open roles). It pays Not stated on its postings.
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sUAS pilots on-site in Huntsville, Alabama; trainers based anywhere in the United States with heavy travel. Both need an FAA Part 107 certificate (pilots may still be obtaining it) and the ability to obtain a US security clearance.
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What Performance Drone Works pays
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The sUAS Pilot and sUAS Trainer postings say the roles are salaried but state no figure (October 27, 2026).
| Role | Work type | Researched pay |
|---|---|---|
| sUAS Pilot | AV & Drone | Salaried, not stated |
| sUAS Trainer | AV & Drone | Salaried, not stated |
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Is Performance Drone Works legit?
PDW's own Rippling board verified October 27, 2026 (41 open roles).
Does Performance Drone Works pay?
Yes. PDW's own Rippling board verified October 27, 2026 (41 open roles). Payouts: Salaried, full-time employment.
How much does Performance Drone Works pay?
Not stated on its postings. The sUAS Pilot and sUAS Trainer postings say the roles are salaried but state no figure (October 27, 2026).
Is Performance Drone Works worth it?
Pay at Performance Drone Works: Not stated on its postings. It suits people in its operating cities who can work scheduled shifts and hold any license or certificate the role asks for. Worth knowing: No independent worker rating verified.
How does Performance Drone Works pay out?
Salaried, full-time employment.
Where is Performance Drone Works open to workers?
sUAS pilots on-site in Huntsville, Alabama; trainers based anywhere in the United States with heavy travel. Both need an FAA Part 107 certificate (pilots may still be obtaining it) and the ability to obtain a US security clearance.
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