Job Title: Operations Coordinator / Pilot Coordinator
Team:
Operations
Location:
Bengaluru
Experience:
Open to candidates with strong operational and coordination skills
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Summary
Skylark Drones is looking for an Operations Coordinator to manage and coordinate day-to-day drone mission operations and pilot activities. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical thinking with operational discipline and a technology-oriented mindset.
You will act as a central point of coordination between pilots, internal teams, and clients, ensuring that missions are planned, executed, and closed smoothly. Beyond coordination, this role requires the ability to anticipate operational needs, guide team members, and continuously improve processes using technology, automation, and structured workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate drone missions and pilot schedules to ensure timely and efficient execution
Act as the primary point of contact for pilots during mission planning and execution
Monitor operations, identify potential issues early, and proactively resolve them
Apply analytical thinking to anticipate operational needs and optimize workflows
Identify opportunities to use technology, AI, or automation to streamline coordination processes
Guide, mentor, and support pilots and operations team members when required
Ensure clear internal communication and professional interaction with clients
Maintain structured documentation, trackers, and operational records
Enforce discipline around timelines, processes, and standard operating procedures
Take ownership of outcomes and ensure accountability across assigned operations
Mandatory Skills and Qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Comfort working with technology platforms, tools, and operational systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and stakeholders simultaneously
Preferred Attributes
Tech-oriented mindset with interest in AI or automation-led improvements
Ability to teach, mentor, and support team members effectively
High level of discipline and attention to detail
Maturity to handle client interactions professionally and set boundaries when required
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and reliability
Our Core Values
At Skylark Drones, our values guide how we work, collaborate, and grow together. We look for people who live these values every day.
Mutual Respect
We treat everyone with kindness, empathy, and professionalism. We respect people at all levels and work collaboratively.
Why this is important: Mutual respect enables smooth coordination and strong working relationships.
Communication
We believe in clear, transparent, and timely communication. We listen actively and communicate expectations clearly.
Why this is important: Strong communication ensures alignment and prevents operational gaps.
Dependability and Adaptability
We take ownership of responsibilities and deliver consistently while adapting to changing operational needs.
Why this is important: Dependability builds trust, and adaptability ensures continuity.
Bias for Action
We proactively identify issues and take timely action to resolve them.
Why this is important: A bias for action prevents escalation and operational delays.
Strive for Excellence
We hold high standards for operational quality, discipline, and execution.
Why this is important: Excellence ensures reliable mission outcomes.
Learn and Grow
We continuously learn from operations, feedback, and experience to improve systems and people.
Why this is important: Learning drives operational maturity and scalability.
Why Join Skylark Drones
Play a central role in coordinating large-scale drone operations
Work at the intersection of people, technology, and execution
Opportunity to improve operations through structure, automation, and discipline
High ownership role with visible impact on mission success
Be part of a team that values responsibility, learning, and respect
If you are someone who enjoys coordination, problem-solving, mentoring others, and improving systems using technology, we would love to hear from you.
