Space Launch Drone Operations Lead

Blue Origin LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education support program

Stock options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Drone Specialist to manage the New Glenn drone program at LC-36 in Cape Canaveral, FL. You will lead drone operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate training and mission coverage with media teams.

The role requires FAA Part 107 certification, ability to work nights/weekends, and strong project management abilities to deliver high-quality feeds for missions and media events.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification required.
• Experience managing drone operations in complex environments.
• Experience creating schedules for complex operations and meeting deadlines.
• Strong understanding of FAA drone regulations and waiver processes.
• Knowledge of drone maintenance procedures and asset management.
• Excellent project management and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead the execution of all New Glenn drone activities, prioritizing media events.
• Act as a New Glenn drone operator and coordinate testing and mission coverage.
• Develop pilot and Visual Observer training and certification tracking.
• Coordinate FAA Range and regulatory waivers for operations.
• Build repeatable timelines and coding of drone ops into work orders.
• Collaborate with media teams to deliver high-quality drone feeds.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot

Drone operations management

Scheduling complex operations

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Effective communication

Tools

Asset management

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Drone Specialist to manage the New Glenn drone program at LC-36 in Cape Canaveral, FL. You will lead drone operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate training and mission coverage with media teams.

The role requires FAA Part 107 certification, ability to work nights/weekends, and strong project management abilities to deliver high-quality feeds for missions and media events.