Senior UAS Flight Operations Manager

SYOS Aerospace

Mount Maunganui

On-site

NZD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

SYOS Aerospace is seeking an experienced Flight Operations Manager to lead all aspects of UAS flight operations, including planning, coordination and delivery of flight trials and customer demonstrations. You will oversee regulatory compliance with the Civil Aviation Authority and other authorities, while guiding a team of pilots, operators and engineers.

The role emphasizes safety, efficiency and international activity management.

Qualifications

Requires leadership in UAS flight operations and demonstrated ability to manage complex flight testing and demonstrations.
Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and safety standards, including Part 102/MAA.
Proven track record of managing operational teams and developing technical personnel.
Experience coordinating international demonstrations and third-party flight activities.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership to UAS Pilots, Operators, Trials Engineers and Flight Test Engineers.
Allocate personnel, equipment and UAS assets to meet operations and business priorities.
Lead R&D flight test programmes and ensure proper data capture and protocols.
Oversee customer acceptance trials and demonstrations, meeting contractual requirements.
Coordinate international activities in line with regulatory requirements.
Oversee regulatory applications and approvals with aviation authorities and maintain SMS and SOPs.
Develop and manage mandatory training and certification programs.