Aviation Innovation Lead: UAS, AAM & Space

Taleo; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid leave

Health premiums

On-the-job training

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Emerging Aviation Technology Coordinator to lead our UAS program and contribute to AAM and space initiatives. You will work with federal, state, and local agencies to advance aviation innovations across the agency and partner networks.

The role requires building and managing aviation programs, coordinating pilots and training, and ensuring compliance with evolving policies and regulations. Onsite in Austin with travel and a 40 hr work week.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience developing, operating, or managing UAS programs for enterprise applications.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot license is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a state vehicle.
• Experience with Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Space initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversees UAS operations with districts, divisions, and contractors in coordination with FAA.
• Leads research into agency uses of UAS including testing and development.
• Coordinates procurement and maintenance of UAS assets and pilots teams.

Skills

UAS program management

AAM knowledge

Stakeholder coordination

RPIC

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Emerging Aviation Technology Coordinator to lead our UAS program and contribute to AAM and space initiatives. You will work with federal, state, and local agencies to advance aviation innovations across the agency and partner networks.

The role requires building and managing aviation programs, coordinating pilots and training, and ensuring compliance with evolving policies and regulations. Onsite in Austin with travel and a 40 hr work week.