Uncrewed Aerial Systems Specialist

Chaos Ready

. Strategize, design, and execute GSD’s UAS programs and community-facing projects supporting local partners across the Caribbean, Central America, and South Pacific .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $101,457 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) in disaster response and humanitarian contexts, with a strong focus on training development, regulatory compliance, and operational logistics. Proficient in managing UAS programs, ensuring adherence to safety and ethical standards while delivering impactful community-facing projects.

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UAS OperationDisaster Response ExperienceUAS Training DevelopmentFAA Part 107 Remote Pilot CertificateAutomated Mission Planning Software

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Hard Skills

UAS OperationOrthomosaic ProcessingRisk Management ProtocolsField-Ready UAS MaintenanceProject Workflow ManagementInternational Aviation RegulationsData Privacy StandardsBudgeting and Expense TrackingCross-Cultural CommunicationLogistical Decision-Making

Soft Skills

Facilitation SkillsTeaching SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration SkillsIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

DroneDeployUAS Fleet Management SoftwareCollaboration SoftwareExcelAirTable

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot CertificateAUVSI Trusted Operator Program Level 2/3 CertificationInstructional / Train-the-Trainer Certification

Industry Keywords

Humanitarian AssistanceDisaster ResponseData Protection StandardsDo No Harm PrinciplesInternational Civil Aviation Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Strategize, design, and execute GSD’s UAS programs and community-facing projects supporting local partners across the Caribbean, Central America, and South Pacific
Deploy to post-disaster contexts to conduct flight operations, create actionable orthomosaic maps, and manage secure data transfers
Manage international UAS registration, flight permitting, customs/import authorizations, and emergency fast-track procedures
Design, update, and instruct culturally adaptable UAS training curricula for local partner organizations and regional first responders
Deliver staff training, standardize flight procedures, and build internal operational competency
Refine and enforce UAS flight manuals, risk assessments, pre/post-flight checklists, and emergency response procedures
Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, basic budgets, and logistics for partner UAS engagements
Ensure UAS operations follow “Do No Harm” principles, humanitarian data protection standards, and local privacy considerations
Maintain, inventory, troubleshoot, and budget for GSD’s enterprise UAS fleet, platforms, and payloads
Serve as GSD’s primary technical advisor for UAS decisions and resolve operational, technical, and logistical challenges
Promote accountability, humility, integrity, responsible stewardship, and maximum benefit to disaster-impacted communities
Travel domestically and internationally up to 50%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience operating uncrewed aerial systems
Strong preference for field deployment in disaster response, humanitarian assistance, or resource-constrained international environments
Proven track record of operating UAS, capturing high-resolution aerial imagery, and managing end-to-end orthomosaic processing
Experience developing, delivering, and facilitating UAS training curricula for diverse, cross-cultural, and international partner teams
Experience navigating international civil aviation regulatory frameworks, including import permits, flight authorizations, and emergency operational waivers
Experience maintaining, inventorying, and troubleshooting field-ready UAS hardware, payloads, and ground control equipment
Experience establishing operational SOPs, risk management protocols, and safety management systems
Experience managing project workflows, field schedules, and operational logistics
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training
Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or equivalent international civil aviation authority remote pilot credential; must be current
Advanced technical command of automated mission planning software (e.g., DroneDeploy) and orthomosaic creation suites
Knowledge of humanitarian protection principles, “Do No Harm” frameworks, and data privacy/ethics standards related to aerial surveillance and community imaging
Ability to make rapid tactical and logistical decisions in unstable, offline, or resource-constrained settings
Cross-cultural communication, facilitation, and teaching skills
Working knowledge of international aviation regulations, TFRs, and disaster-response airspace coordination protocols
Organizational and task-management skills, including basic budgeting, expense tracking, and collaboration software such as Excel and AirTable
Alignment with humanitarian core values: accountability, humility, integrity, and local capacity-building
Ability to obtain necessary travel documents, including an active passport, visas, and vaccinations as required
Eligible to work in the United States; GSD is unable to provide sponsorship
Ability to fulfill disaster-response deployment responsibilities in hazardous, dynamic, and unstable environments
Ability to work aboard a humanitarian vessel for up to 30 consecutive days when required
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 20 pounds
Ability to work varied and irregular schedules, including extended hours during deployments
Working knowledge of Spanish is desired
AUVSI Trusted Operator Program (TOP) Level 2/3 certification or formal Aviation Safety/Crew Resource Management credentials desired
Instructional / Train-the-Trainer Certification preferred, or documented professional background in flight instruction and technical curriculum delivery

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 25 days of accrued vacation
Up to 80 hours of annual sick leave
Up to 80 hours of Military Pay and 30 Days Differential
Medical, Dental and Vision (GSD covers monthly premium)
Group Life and AD&D Coverage (GSD covers monthly premium)
Retirement (Pre and Post Tax Options) and a Company Match
Matches on Qualified 529 Plans
Up to 14 Paid Holidays
Personal protective equipment (PPE) required for deployment and provided by GSD
Reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants or employees with disabilities