Uav industry employment prospects: pros and cons analysis and development direction

First, employment prospects：

As an emerging high-tech field, the UAV industry has developed rapidly in recent years, and the market demand continues to grow. According to relevant data, it is expected that by 2024, the scale of China's UAV market will reach more than 200 billion yuan. At the same time, the talent gap of drone operators and installation, inspection and repair workers is as high as 1 million and 3.5 million, respectively, and the talent gap of the entire industry has reached 4.5 million. This shows that the job market in the drone industry has great potential, and the job opportunities far exceed those in other traditional industries.

Second, employment direction：

※Agricultural and forestry plant protection: used for agricultural and forestry pest monitoring and control.

※Power inspection: erection and inspection of power lines.

※Oil pipeline patrol: Monitoring of oil pipelines.

※Aerial and film production: including digital remote sensing, aerial inspection, film and television/advertising shooting, etc.

※Mapping and geographic information: for land and resources exploration, mapping, water resources exploration.

※Emergency rescue: Participate in public security anti-terrorism, land monitoring, traffic intersection monitoring, etc.

※Logistics and express: drone express, air delivery, etc.

※Uav R&D and manufacturing: Engaged in R&D and design work in UAV manufacturing enterprises.

※Uav maintenance and testing: including UAV flight test, test, repair, etc.

Third, employment pros and cons analysis

(1) Advantages

High salary: Due to the high technical threshold of the drone industry and the large talent gap, the general monthly salary of related positions can reach 10,000 to 20,000 yuan.

Low threshold: even small white with 0 basis can become a professional practitioner after training by professional institutions.

Large career development space: With the continuous innovation and application of UAV technology, the demand for professionals in the industry continues to increase, and graduates who master UAV application technology will become hot talents in the industry.

Policy support: The state continues to promote the "low-altitude economy" and strengthen the management of UAV flight activities, providing a good policy environment for the development of the UAV industry.

(2) Challenges

High professional skill requirements: Although the entry barrier is low, to become an advanced flyer or to work in research and development, you need to have more in-depth professional knowledge and skills.

Industry competition Intensifies: With the rapid development of the drone industry, more and more people enter the field, and competition gradually intensifies.

Safety and regulatory issues: The use of drones is subject to strict regulations, and pilots need to comply with relevant laws and regulations to ensure flight safety.

Fast technology update: Drone technology is developing rapidly, and practitioners need to constantly learn and update knowledge to adapt to the development of the industry.