Tech Ops Lead

Skyports Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Job summary

Skyports Limited in London invites applications for Tech Ops Lead. The role is hybrid (3 days a week) and sits in the Drone Services department.

You will tackle new challenges daily, gaining exposure across the business while taking ownership of key OEM relationships and learning BVLOS operations used to deliver medical supplies and services worldwide. You'll translate technical analysis for non-technical audiences, embed safety culture, and help shape the Skyports fleet through evaluating drone

Qualifications

• Experience translating technical analysis for non-technical audiences.
• Embedding safety culture into operations and processes.
• Exposure across the business within the first two years.

Responsibilities

• Analyse data & GIS insights using Excel and QGIS.
• Evaluate drone manufacturers and make fleet recommendations.
• Develop regulatory documents supporting BVLOS operations.
• Create processes to enhance safety and efficiency in flight ops.
• Work with technical partners to design systems for bespoke customer needs.
• Explore new use cases and guide projects from inception to execution.
• Ensure aircraft availability by analysing performance data and liaising with OEMs.
• Support presentations & workshops to sharpen communication skills.

Skills

Data analysis

GIS

Excel

QGIS

Vendor evaluation

Regulatory docs

Tools

QGIS toolset

Excel

Job description

Tech Ops Lead

Skyports Limited London, England, United Kingdom

About this position

Job Title: Tech Ops Lead

Location: London - Hybrid (3 days a week)

Department: Drone Services

Type : Full time, Permanent

About Us:

Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries. Headquartered in London with offices in Singapore, the USA, and UAE, we’re driving groundbreaking projects across Asia, Australia, Europe, and beyond.

Our business is split into two key areas:

Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services.

Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world.

With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility.

The Role:

In this role, you'll tackle new challenges daily, developing innovative solutions in an environment where ambiguity is the norm and adaptability is key. Over the first two years, you’ll gain exposure across
our business while taking ownership of key OEM relationships.

You’ll learn how we conduct BVLOS drone operations around the world—delivering medical supplies in Africa, servicing offshore rigs in the North Sea, and collecting oil samples from ships in Singapore. Along the way, you'll master:

• Translating technical analysis for non-technical audiences
• Embedding safety culture into every aspect of operations

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse data & GIS insights using tools like Excel and QGIS
• Evaluate drone manufacturers and make recommendations that will shape the Skyports fleet
• Develop regulatory documents supporting BVLOS operations
• Create processes & procedures to enhance safety and efficiency in flight ops
• Work with technical partners to design systems for bespoke customer needs
• Explore new use cases and guide projects from inception to execution
• Ensure aircraft availability by analysing performance data and liaising with OEMs
• Support presentations & workshops, sharpening your communication skill

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.

Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.