Field Operations Lead

2 weeks ago

Irvine, California, United States DZYNE Technologies Full time

Our Culture
 
DZYNE Technologies is leading the future of autonomous defense. Based in Irvine, California, we develop and manufacture advanced airborne and ground-based defense solutions deployed in over 50 countries. Backed by U.S. Government Programs of Record, our technologies are field-proven, scalable, and production-ready.
 
We're growing fast and looking for innovators ready to make an impact. At DZYNE, you'll join a culture built on collaboration, integrity, and purpose. We celebrate wins, value diverse perspectives, and support every team member's success.
 
Ready to do work that matters? Join us.
 
Position: Field Operations Lead:  Long Endurance UAS Programs
 
Location:  Irvine (may be hybrid after initial work in Irvine)
 
Position Description:
The Field Operations Lead: Long-Endurance UAS Programs is an experienced leader within the aerospace industry and has the responsibility, accountability and authority (RAA) for overall field operations (i.e. Training and Operations) for the DZYNE Long-endurance UAS business unit. The Field Operations Lead reports to the Vice President of Long-Endurance Programs and will act as an extension to build a diverse and engaged team (i.e. people management and career growth) for execution of strategic and tactical capabilities for flight operations. 
 
Position Responsibilities:
  • Structure field operations organization to execute missions with long endurance UAS requirements
  • Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to set up new operational sites
  • Oversee the continued operations of all sites
  • Oversee the development, release, and maintenance of flight and ground operation manuals.
  • Oversee the creation of training curriculums and manuals that can be approved by the DoD
  • Ensure best in class flight operations processes, skills management and training for pilots, ground control station operators and ground crew for both military and commercial programs
  • Maintain Flight and Ground Operating Procedures in accordance with customer requirements
  • Coordinate deployment logistics, site activation, and support for operations.
  • Recruit and staff the field operations team to satisfy division requirements within budget constrains
  • Produce basis of estimates, schedules, and hiring plans necessary to support program execution and capture pursuits.
Required Skills:
  • 10+ years' experience in Operations, Support, and Sustainment of fielded systems as a DoD contractor
  • 5+ years of demonstrated experience managing a growing team
Preferred Skills/Qualifications:
  • Inspires, motivates and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employees
  • Prior experience as a UAS pilot or maintainer
  • Experience in training and operational manual creation
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline preferred, advanced degree desired
Clearance Level Required: DoD Secret Clearance Required, Top Secret Clearance Preferred
 
Travel: 25-50%
 
Working Conditions:
  • The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, such as a general office environment or warehouse, to harsh climates, and/or hazardous situations.
  • While performing the duties of this position, may be exposed to a wide variety of extreme and austere environments found around the world from deserts to jungles and or arctic environments.
Physical Demands:
  • Frequent travel to various locations within the continental US and international
  • Due to scheduling demands, must be able to work weekends as needed
  • Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse across uneven ground and varying terrain (frequent)
  • Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)
Other Requirements: It is an essential requirement for the person in this role to have a legal right to work in the United States and be eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization and DoD Clearance.
 
Salary:  $120,000-$185,000 annually
Salary depends on relevant work experience, education, training, essential skills, and/or other factors such as specialized or high-demand professions. In addition to the annual salary, the position will be eligible for an annual bonus. The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of salary or annual bonus.
 
Benefits:
Our benefits are DZYNE'ed for your overall health and financial wellness. DZYNE provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, employee life and accidental death, and disability, with all premiums for our employees paid for by DZYNE Technologies. DZYNE provides paid time off and paid holidays. Additionally, DZYNE offers a 401K plan with an employer match. 
 
 DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, DZYNE Technologies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which our company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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