Director of Maintenance (UAS) — A & P Drone Maintenance PM

Verteel; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Verteel is seeking a Director of Maintenance (UAS) in New York to lead UAS maintenance programs and ensure compliance with FAA regulations. This part-time role involves managing flight operations, developing maintenance standards, and requires strong expertise in UAS management. Join a pioneering company in the drone delivery industry and contribute to their mission of making drone operations seamless and scalable.

Benefits

Possible employee stock option

Travel and expenses reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must hold FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P).
• Minimum 1 year of UAS maintenance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead flight operations team and manage maintenance.
• Develop maintenance programs and compliance standards.
• Oversee field maintenance and training programs.

Skills

Management Skills

Maintenance Experience

FAA Regulations Knowledge

Problem-solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P)

Job description

Director of Maintenance (UAS) — A & P Drone Maintenance PM

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Job Title:Director of Maintenance (UAS)

Location:New York, NY (Hybrid)

About Us:Verteel is on a mission to revolutionize drone operations by making them seamless, scalable, and accessible. We empower our customers to achieve faster, safer, and more efficient deliveries and solutions. Verteel is on track to be the 8th FAA certified drone delivery company in the US and the first that is not a drone manufacturer. Join us and be part of a startup that is quickly becoming an industry leader. Visit www.verteel.com.

Job Description:The Director of Maintenance (Uncrewed Aerial Systems or UAS) will develop and manage Verteel’s UAS maintenance programs, maintenance manuals, and training. Reporting to the Director of Flight Operations, this role will collaborate closely with the engineering and executive management team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the flight operations team, maintenance, and support personnel as Verteel's FAA Part 119 Director of Maintenance under Part 135.
• Develop standard operating procedures and manuals for UAS maintenance for Verteel's Continuous Aircraft Maintenance Program (CAMP).
• Serve as the point of contact for UAS manufacturers to develop best practices.
• Complete preventative and recurring maintenance on Verteel UASs and conduct test flights.
• Manage field maintenance of UASs and support drone delivery operations.
• Develop and administer training programs and manage maintenance hiring.
• Oversee risk management of drone flight operations and maintenance standards.
• Ensure compliance and engagement with FAA regulations and state/local government.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (A&P)
• 1 year of professional aircraft or UAS maintenance experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related field) or Associates degree with 1 year of aircraft/UAS maintenance management experience
• Experience with drones, computer programming, and autonomous systems
• Ability to obtain FAA 3rd Class Medical Certificate
• US driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Inspector Authorization
• Previous management experience in commercial or military UAS program
• 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience within the last 6 years
• Experience under FAA part 135 (especially involving Continuous Aircraft Maintenance Program)
• Master’s degree in a related field or at least 3 years of experience with at least 1 in management
• Previous experience with drone delivery
• Entrepreneurship and startup experience
• FAA 3rd class medical certificate

Time Commitment and Availability:

• Participate in 2x 1-hour weekly calls with leadership team, manufacturing partners, and FAA regulators.
• Hybrid role with the ability to come to Verteel’s office in Manhattan and location in NJ 1-2 times per month. Fully remote will be considered for candidates with specific experience.
• Expect to commit at least 8-12 hours per week depending on workload.
• Travel may be required up to 25% of the time depending operational requirements.

Compensation:

• Hourly range of $20-55 per hour depending on experience and project.
• Possible employee stock option offer after meeting certain project milestones.
• Travel and expenses will be reimbursed by Verteel.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 12 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Aviation or Drone maintenance management: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

License/Certification:

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate? (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10014 (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10014

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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