Site Lead, Unmanned Aerial Systems Ops (Deployments)

AeroVironment, Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. in Petaluma, CA seeks a Field Service Representative Site Lead to oversee daily operations at deployed MUAS Jump20 sites.

You will supervise all onsite FSRs, manage flight schedules, safety programs, inventory and reporting to ensure mission readiness and contract adherence. Deployment rotations are five months on site with two off site; candidates must have OCONUS experience, demonstrated leadership, and FAA Class II Medical eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must have prior OCONUS unmanned systems ops experience.
• 5+ years in planning and leading operations in a supervisory role.
• Ability to brief senior leadership and maintain cohesion among site personnel.
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day on-site operations including COMSEC, HAZMAT, safety programs, QA, flight standards and scheduling.
• Maintain inventory controls including GFP and high-value assets; provide site briefings and status reports.
• Mentor and evaluate FSRs; ensure mission readiness and adherence to SOPs.
• Coordinate with customer leads and ensure contractual requirements are met; prepare periodic reports.

Skills

Leadership

OCONUS operations

Aviation operations

FAA medical certificate

Clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years aviation experience

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. in Petaluma, CA seeks a Field Service Representative Site Lead to oversee daily operations at deployed MUAS Jump20 sites.

You will supervise all onsite FSRs, manage flight schedules, safety programs, inventory and reporting to ensure mission readiness and contract adherence. Deployment rotations are five months on site with two off site; candidates must have OCONUS experience, demonstrated leadership, and FAA Class II Medical eligibility.