Part 107 Drone Field Ops Technician

JSfirm, LLC; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

JSfirm, LLC is seeking a Part 107 Ground Support Operator to support a drone delivery program in Louisiana. The role requires strong technical, operational, and communication skills to ensure safe, efficient field operations.

Responsibilities include nest setup, daily pre-/post-flight checks, equipment maintenance, real-time coordination with the Flight Operations Center, and logistics support for daily missions in outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• FAA Part 107 Certification (must be current).
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to operate company-provided vehicles safely (valid driver's license required).

Responsibilities

• Set up nests prior to the start of operations and ensure readiness for the day.
• Perform daily aircraft and flight-line checks, including pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Perform standard aircraft maintenance practices per the UAS maintenance manual.
• Check and monitor nest equipment and conditions before, during, and after operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the nest boundary.
• Replace or reset operational equipment as directed.
• Participate in daily team briefs and operational updates.
• Maintain real-time communication with the Flight Operations Center using provided equipment.
• Respond to and complete assigned field service tasks in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide assistance during minor emergencies involving aircraft or equipment and report issues to the FOM.
• Visually monitor airspace during operations and report any non-program aircraft or hazards to the PIC.
• Monitor air traffic displays and hazardous weather conditions in the operating area, reporting critical information to the operations team.
• Detect and report obstacles or hazards to flight and verify their location and height as requested.
• Operate a company-provided light vehicle to transport equipment between sites.
• Move aircraft between nests or operating areas as needed.
• Safely recover aircraft that have landed outside the designated nest area.
• Properly secure all nest equipment and facilities at the conclusion of operations each day.

Skills

Drone operations

Field service

Aviation-related

Logistics

Safety

UAS systems

Maintenance procedures

Flight operations protocols

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Job description

JSfirm, LLC is seeking a Part 107 Ground Support Operator to support a drone delivery program in Louisiana. The role requires strong technical, operational, and communication skills to ensure safe, efficient field operations.

Responsibilities include nest setup, daily pre-/post-flight checks, equipment maintenance, real-time coordination with the Flight Operations Center, and logistics support for daily missions in outdoor environments.