Gulf Flight Operations Lead — Remote

Raad; United Arab Emirates; Remote; AED 312,000 - 441,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Health, dental & vision

Remote-first work model

Home office budget

Job summary

Raad Labs is hiring a Flight Operations Coordinator for the Middle East, remote across UAE and Gulf states. You will oversee mission coordination, regulatory compliance, and field operations for oil & gas clients, ensuring safe, timely data capture and client satisfaction.

We seek 4+ years in UAV/flight operations with strong knowledge of UAE/GCC regulations; English fluency required, Arabic a plus. This remote-first role includes equity and a deep regional impact.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in UAV/flight operations or aviation operations in the Gulf region.
• Direct experience with UAE drone regulation (GCAA/DCAA) and GCC frameworks.
• Understanding energy-sector operational culture: permits to work, HSE inductions, security escorts.
• Professional fluency in English; Arabic is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate missions across the UAE and Gulf: pilot scheduling, NOTAM/airspace deconfliction, and capture windows around heat/work schedules.
• Manage drone operation permits/approvals with GCAA, DCAA, and regional authorities, including security clearances for sensitive sites.
• Develop deep fluency in oil & gas client needs: refineries, tank farms, offshore yards, pipeline inspection; cover permit-to-work, ATEX, HSE standards.
• Serve as the trusted operational face of RAAD for regional clients from kickoff to ongoing monitoring programs.
• Grow the regional pilot network with required certifications and site inductions for Gulf operations.

Skills

UAV/Flight operations

Oil & gas field coordination

Aviation operations

UAE drone regulation

Regulatory liaison

English proficiency

Job description

Raad Labs is hiring a Flight Operations Coordinator for the Middle East, remote across UAE and Gulf states. You will oversee mission coordination, regulatory compliance, and field operations for oil & gas clients, ensuring safe, timely data capture and client satisfaction.

We seek 4+ years in UAV/flight operations with strong knowledge of UAE/GCC regulations; English fluency required, Arabic a plus. This remote-first role includes equity and a deep regional impact.