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Russia seeks drone pilots for Moscow airspace security
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Russia seeks drone pilots for Moscow airspace security

From N1 Serbia · () Serbian

Translated from Serbian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Russia's largest job site, HeadHunter, is seeking drone pilots to secure airspace over Moscow.
  • The role requires no prior experience and involves operating high-tech surveillance equipment for the "National Volunteer Army Reserve."
  • The advertised salary starts at 150,000 rubles (1,704 euros) per month, which is below the Moscow average, though opportunities for advancement are noted.

Russia's leading job portal, HeadHunter, has posted an unusual advertisement seeking drone pilots to help secure the skies over Moscow. The position, part of a volunteer unit dubbed the "National Volunteer Army Reserve," requires no previous experience and focuses on utilizing modern surveillance technology. Advertisements highlight the role involves pre-flight preparation, piloting drones for reconnaissance, and data collection missions, day and night. While the advertised starting salary is 150,000 rubles (approximately 1,704 euros) per month, which is below the average for Moscow, the listing suggests significant opportunities for career advancement and performance-based bonuses. This recruitment drive comes amid heightened concerns over drone activity, following intensified Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow and surrounding areas in June, including a refinery on the outskirts of the capital. The Kremlin has stated that measures are being taken to bolster Russia's defenses against such incursions.

Work with high-tech equipment designed to protect the urban environment.

โ€” Job advertisementThe online ad describes the duties and technological aspects of the drone pilot position.
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Originally published by N1 Serbia in Serbian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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