UAV Flight Operations Lead

Role Overview

• Lead and oversee daily UAV flight operations, ensuring adherence to safety, regulatory, and company standards
• Plan, prepare and execute flight test campaigns, including scheduling, risk assessments and operational readiness
• Prepare test campaigns by organizing required materials, equipment, and human resources
• Ensure all aircraft are in flight-ready condition, including the integration of all onboard equipment and systems and their correct configuration
• Execute planned flight test activities and ensure proper mission execution
• Gather and manage telemetry data, video recordings, and all supporting information required for test analysis
• Generate comprehensive test reports based on flight results and collected data
• Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure alignment between flight operations and technical requirements
• Lead and organize customer demonstrations, ensuring successful and professional execution
• Prepare operations and training manuals for UAV systems and procedures
• Deliver training to customers on UAV operation, safety procedures and system usage
• Assess and validate all necessary conditions for safe flight operations, including weather analysis, airspace evaluation and assessment of ground and surrounding areas
• Provide support for logistics management, including transportation, equipment handling and site setup
• Supervise and mentor UAV operators and support staff
• Maintain documentation related to flight operations, maintenance logs and test results
• Ensure compliance with applicable UAV regulations and internal procedures
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation measures
• Be available and willing to travel frequently to support flight operations, test campaigns, and customer activities

Requirements

• 10+ years proven experience in UAV flight operations, flight testing, or aerospace operations environment
• Strong understanding of aviation safety standards, UAV regulations, and airspace management
• Experience planning and executing complex test campaigns and field operations
• Ability to manage technical documentation, reporting, and operational procedures
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to troubleshoot systems in real operational environments
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering, logistics, and test teams
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with attention to detail
• Leadership experience or ability to mentor and guide operational teams
• Excellent communication skills in English, Spanish is a strong plus
• Willingness to travel frequently and operate in dynamic environments