Flight Operations Manager

2 weeks ago

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand SYOS Aerospace Full time

Syos, an innovative tech company focused on developing industry leading utilitarian autonomous vehicles across air, land and sea, is seeking a highly skilled and driven
Mechatronics and Electrical Team Lead with a passion for cutting-edge mechatronic and electrical systems to drive innovation and delivery at the heart of our engineering team.

**About the job**:
**About the Role**:
We are seeking a highly skilled Flight Operations Manager to oversee all aspects of our UAS flight operations, including managing trials and demonstrations, coordinating with all stakeholders, leading planning and scheduling, and managing regulatory approvals. This role is critical to ensuring the successful execution of our flight operations, trials and demonstrations. The role is primarily for our UAS products, but the role will play an important position for future trials of our new products in the maritime domain.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Trials and Demonstrations:

- Manage the planning, execution, and evaluation of flight trials and demonstrations for defence and civil customers.
- Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure trial alignment with customer requirements.
- Negotiate and coordinate with stakeholders, including military personnel, government officials, and industry partners, to attend and participate in demonstrations.
- Coordinate and manage our involvement in joint exercises with international customers.
- Lead flight Planning and Scheduling:

- Develop and implement efficient flight schedules.
- Coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth flight operations.
- Coordinate the drone pilots to ensure optimal outcomes
- Ensure adherence to all regulations and safety standards.
- Operational Efficiency:

- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement.
- Implement strategies to optimize flight operations and reduce costs.

**CAA Approvals**:

- Manage the CAA Part 102 certificate, specifically taking ownership over the operational and SMS sections.
- Be the point of contact with regulators as and when required for new approvals.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Bachelor's degree or relevant experience (approx 5 years) in aviation, engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in flight operations management, with a strong focus on military aviation.
- Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and safety standards, including CAA part 102 and MAA requirements.
- Deep understanding of UAS technology, flight dynamics, and safety protocols.
- Proficiency in UAS flight planning and the ability to analyse flight data
- Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- An absolute must-have: A serious get-up-and-go attitude.

**Location**:
This position is based in Mount Maunganui, New Zealand. Known for its stunning surf beaches, vibrant culture, and a burgeoning tech scene, Mount Maunganui offers an excellent quality of life and a conducive environment for innovation. **Please note**: Travel is required

How to Apply:
If you are ready to be part of an ambitious team that is reshaping the future unmanned vehicles, please submit your CV and cover letter. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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