On February 22nd at the "Skola" education fair in Ķīpsala, ISMA hosted a discussion titled "From Hobby to Career: How to Become a Drone Technology Expert?" Experts shared insights on the rapid development of drone technologies and the growing career opportunities in this field.
Latvia – A European Leader in Drone Technologies
The drone industry is expanding rapidly, and Latvia is already among the leaders in the European Union. Experts predict that in the coming years, at least 1,000 drone programmers and engineers will be needed to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness in the global market.
Drones Are Used Everywhere – From Defense to the Film Industry
During the discussion, Viesturs Silenieks (Drone Force – Europe) emphasized that drones are now used in almost every industry, including defense, aviation, agriculture, and filmmaking. Ivars Reņģe (Aerones) added that while flying drones are well-known, autonomous ground-based drones are just as important, performing dangerous and complex tasks more efficiently and safely.
Career Opportunities and the New ISMA Study Program
ISMA Vice-Rector Andrejs Cinis introduced the new bachelor’s program "Unmanned Systems Programming," which will equip students with both academic knowledge and practical skills in drone programming and operations.
Who Can Become a Drone Programmer?
Experts highlighted that this career path is ideal for young people interested in computer science, mathematics, and physics. Even those passionate about video games could have an advantage, as many of the required skills can be developed through gaming.
The drone industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors, and Latvia offers incredible opportunities in this field. If you are passionate about technology and future innovations, this could be your chance to become a leading drone expert.
