From Electronics & IT to UAV Field Service & Tech Support
Turn electronics repair, hardware, or IT/help-desk support experience into a drone field service and technical support career — deploying, troubleshooting, and supporting commercial and defense UAS fleets without an engineering degree.
- Hardware troubleshooting & bench repair
- Customer support, ticketing & RMA workflows
- Reading schematics & using test equipment
- Documentation & clear technical communication
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Field and support roles often require you to legally flight-test after service — Part 107 is the standard baseline.
Small-UAS hardware knowledge
Learn brushless motors, ESCs, LiPo packs, flight controllers, GPS/IMU, radios, gimbals, and payloads.
Platform / manufacturer training
Support is platform-specific — get type training on the exact drone systems your employer deploys.
Programs that get you there
9 matching programs from our directory, ranked for this path.
The premier UAS maintenance degree in the country. This applied associate program trains technicians to inspect, repair, and maintain unmanned aircraft and their payloads, sensors, and ground control systems — the technician backbone of the drone industry.
A comprehensive online course preparing students for the FAA Part 107 remote pilot certificate — the baseline credential for commercial drone flight in the U.S. Covers airspace, weather, regulations, and operations.
An applied associate program combining Part 107 remote-pilot preparation with hands-on UAS operations, maintenance, and data workflows. Aimed at students entering commercial drone operator and technician roles.
Industry-standard small-UAS safety certifications used by universities, agencies, and employers to validate operator competency beyond the FAA Part 107 knowledge test. A widely recognized professional credential for drone operators.
Fullerton College offers UAS / drone technology certificates through its Photonics & Drone Technology program, covering unmanned aircraft systems operation, FAA Part 107 remote pilot certification preparation, and applied drone applications such as aerial imaging and mapping. Part of the North Orange County Community College District.
Mt. San Antonio College offers UAS / drone technology certificate coursework covering unmanned aircraft systems operation, FAA Part 107 remote pilot certification preparation, and applied drone applications including aerial imaging and mapping.
Palomar College offers a UAS / drone certificate combining unmanned aircraft operation with geospatial (GIS) and mapping applications, including FAA Part 107 remote pilot preparation.
A nationally recognized, technician-focused UAS program offering an applied associate degree and short-term certificates, including maintenance, operations, and sensor/data pathways. Strong industry ties in the Dayton aerospace corridor.
The nation's first UAS degree program. Trains students as unmanned aircraft operators and mission commanders with heavy flight, sensor, and airspace-integration content. A flagship pathway into commercial and defense UAS operations.
SkillBridge fellowships
For transitioning service members — gain aerospace experience before separation.
A DoD SkillBridge corporate fellowship for transitioning service members interested in defense electronics, systems engineering, and platform sustainment. Clearance-friendly roles with strong veteran retention.
DoD SkillBridge internship at one of the largest privately-owned business aircraft service providers. Train in avionics installation, airframe maintenance, and paint/interior on business jets.