UAS Operations Lead - Global Deployments

DZYNE Technologies, LLC; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

DZYNE Technologies, LLC is seeking an UAS Operations Lead in Irvine, CA to oversee multi-site operations, including CONUS and OCONUS deployments. You will coordinate ISR employment, ensure mission readiness, and lead cross-functional teams across aviation, intelligence, and defense operations.

The role requires strong leadership, 5–7 years in operations leadership, and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance. On-site work with travel across locations is expected.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or certifications in operations management, logistics, or project management preferred.
• Experience with CAOC processes and ISR mission planning.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration in dynamic defense environments.

Responsibilities

• Enable safe, efficient UAS operations across CONUS and OCONUS environments.
• Advise commanders on ISR employment, targeting, overwatch, and mission planning.
• Coordinate mission tasking, airspace, and priorities between crews and CAOC stakeholders.
• Collaborate with flight operations, maintenance, PMs, and government reps to sustain operations.
• Provide real-time operational awareness and communicate mission updates and re-tasking.
• Lead deployed site operations, managing personnel, logistics, facilities, safety, and readiness.
• Foster a professional, inclusive team environment supporting performance and morale.
• Represent the organization with partners, headquarters, and external stakeholders.
• Participate in planning and provide feedback to improve tactics and ISR integration.

Skills

Leadership

Defense ops

UAS operations

ISR planning

Communication

Decision making

CAOC processes

Security clearance

Education

Advanced degree in operations management

Certifications in logistics/project management

Equivalent military/civil aviation management experience

Job description

DZYNE Technologies, LLC is seeking an UAS Operations Lead in Irvine, CA to oversee multi-site operations, including CONUS and OCONUS deployments. You will coordinate ISR employment, ensure mission readiness, and lead cross-functional teams across aviation, intelligence, and defense operations.

The role requires strong leadership, 5–7 years in operations leadership, and the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret clearance. On-site work with travel across locations is expected.