22 ROV Pilot Jobs You Can Get in 2026

As we move toward a world where remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) continue to solve problems and support thousands of industries in different ways, the need for people to manufacture, operate, test, and maneuver these vehicles will only grow. For anyone whose dream has always been to control robots for a living—this one’s for you. What is an ROV Pilot? An ROV pilot is a technically trained professional who operates an unmanned, remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV). The purpose of this role is to have a dedicated operator who understands the ins and outs of ROV navigation, systems, and tooling, and who can safely and effectively complete the mission at hand. Depending on the class and complexity of the ROV, training can range from relatively simple to highly advanced. Because ROVs are used across so many industries and applications, there is always room to grow—learning new tools, technologies, [...]

By |2026-01-22T11:23:18-08:00January 19th, 2026|Blog, Landing, Testimonials|Comments Off on 22 ROV Pilot Jobs You Can Get in 2026

Ask an ROV Pilot: Inside Pipe Profiling with Max Jackson

Ask an ROV Pilot: Inside Pipe Profiling with Max Jackson We sat down with ROV pilot Max Jackson of Underwater Engineering Services Inc. (UESI) to get an inside look at his work inspecting culverts and pipelines across Southeast Florida. This past summer, Max was featured on Smithsonian Channel’s hit series How Did They Fix That?, giving viewers a glimpse into a day in the life of an ROV pilot managing critical infrastructure in hurricane-prone areas. In our conversation, he shares how his work helps protect the state’s canals from storms like Hurricane Milton and what it takes to keep Florida’s waterways safe. Read the full interview below. Walk me through a day as an ROV pilot performing underwater inspections. Max: "We pack up the SRV-8 ROV—it comes in four boxes, which really isn’t much for the amount of equipment. Loading the truck takes about 20 [...]

By |2026-01-22T10:14:03-08:00November 4th, 2025|Blog, Landing, Testimonials|Comments Off on Ask an ROV Pilot: Inside Pipe Profiling with Max Jackson

The SRV-8 ROV is Improving Underwater Pipeline Inspections

We sat down with Francisco Domingo of INMARVENCO C.A., a Venezuelan commercial diving company, to discuss his team’s experience using their SRV-8 ROV (remotely operated vehicle) for underwater pipeline inspections. During our interview, he discussed what types of solutions the SRV-8 offers for offshore professionals, and why they chose Oceanbotics over other ROV companies. See the full interview below.  What are some of the main factors that influenced your decision to choose the SRV-8 ROV over other competitors? Bigger isn’t always better. With a system like Oceanbotics’ SRV-8, you can perform the same, if not better, than larger ROVs in rough ocean conditions. We were looking for a compact, small ROV capable of operating in adverse offshore conditions. We wanted an underwater drone that could provide the same value as our bigger ROVs because it saves a lot of money for our clients. In terms of performance, what are your thoughts on our [...]

By |2024-10-23T12:52:52-07:00September 11th, 2023|Blog, Testimonials|Comments Off on The SRV-8 ROV is Improving Underwater Pipeline Inspections
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