- Irvine, California, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time · Lead
- $45–$70 per hour
- 5–7 years
The UAS Operations Lead is a multi-role position with responsibilities spanning both OCONUS and CONUS operations. This position provides strategic and day-to-day oversight that ensures seamless operational integration of ONDAS Sentinel UAS capabilities while maintaining alignment with organizational goals, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
Compensation
Pay Range: $45 - $70 per hour
Responsibilities
- Enable safe, efficient, and successful UAS operations by providing strategic and day-to-day oversight across CONUS and OCONUS environments.
- Advise commanders and supported units on effective employment of LEAP/ULTRA capabilities for ISR, targeting, overwatch, and mission planning.
- Coordinate mission tasking, airspace, and operational priorities between LEAP/ULTRA crews, supported elements, and CAOC stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Flight Operations leads, Air Vehicle Operators (AVOs), maintenance leads, Field Support Representative (FSR) leads, Program Managers (PMs), and Government representatives both military and civilian to support sustained operations.
- Provide real-time operational awareness and ensure proper communication of mission updates, changes, and re-tasking as needed.
Requirements
- Advanced degree or professional certifications in operations management, logistics, or project management preferred
- Equivalent military or civil aviation operational or management experience
- Nice to have: Prior military experience as a senior non-commissioned officer (NCO)