Why Drone Operators Make Great Hires - Tanner Yackley, Ep 130

Podcast Title: Why Drone Operators Make Great Hires
Guest: Tanner Yackley | Former MQ-9 Sensor Operator | Aviation Professor | PhD Researcher in Military Mental Health

Description:Drone operators are some of the most skilled, mission-critical professionals in today’s military—and some of the most misunderstood. In this conversation, we’re joined by Tanner Yackley, a former MQ-9 Sensor Operator turned aviation professor and PhD researcher, to unpack what drone operators actually do, the high-level skills they bring to civilian roles, and how employers can better lead and retain this unique talent pool.

Whether you're in HR, talent acquisition, or leadership, this episode will help you:

✔ Understand the complexity of remote warfare roles
✔ Translate drone operator experience into business value
✔ Learn how to build trust and psychological safety for drone veterans
✔ Become a better advocate for veteran hiring and retention

If you're hiring veterans—or want to—this is an essential listen.

If you are a Drone Operator, this episode is for you too!

Learn more about hiring with impact at vets2pm.com/talent-services

Connect with Tanner: Tanner Yackley, MSA | LinkedIn