Jerimiah Contreras is the Manager of Pilot Experience at FlyGuys, bringing nearly a decade of experience in the UAV industry spanning hands-on flight operations, pilot development, and program management. Throughout his career, he has progressed from field operations to leading strategic initiatives that enhance pilot performance and operational excellence across one of the nation’s largest professional drone networks.
At FlyGuys, Jerimiah oversees pilot onboarding, training, support, and ongoing development for a network of more than 20,000 FAA-certified drone pilots. He works closely with operations and technical teams to develop standardized workflows, elevate pilot competency, and ensure consistent, high-quality reality data capture across a wide range of industries, including architecture, engineering, construction, utilities, energy, and public infrastructure.
Passionate about advancing the drone industry, Jerimiah is dedicated to building scalable programs that equip pilots with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to evolve from standard drone operations to advanced data collection. His expertise bridges the gap between field experience and strategic leadership, helping organizations and pilots alike deliver trusted, survey-grade results.