Operations Team Lead

11 hours ago

Aylesbury Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Skyports Drone Services Full time

Job Title: Flight Operations Team Leader Location: Westcott, Aylesbury – 25%, Remote – 25% , International Travel – 50%
Type: Full time, permanent

Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries.
Our business is split into two key areas:
Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services.
Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world.
As a Flight Operations Team Leader at Skyports, you will play a crucial role in our flight operations team. You will be responsible for operating our advanced drone systems for various services, including drone delivery, surveying, and surveillance. Your expertise in remote piloting, adherence to aviation regulations, and commitment to safety will contribute to the successful execution of our missions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to the development of operational procedures, and provide valuable insights and recommendations based on post-flight analysis.

Operational Management and Safety Oversight

Accountability for Team Output: Ensure the highest standards of safety and performance in training and operations
Ensure the highest standards of safety and performance in training and operations

Operational Planning and Execution

Supervise the setup and safety of Takeoff and Landing Points (TOLPs), assigning Hub Operator (HO) leads to each
Team Brief: Conduct daily (start and end of day) pre-deployment and operational briefs
Flight Planning: Execute detailed flight planning based on Skyports’ best practises and aircraft documentation

Maintenance Supervision: Direct maintenance activities, up to levels 1 and 2, if qualified
Fleet Serviceability: Oversee aircraft airworthiness, ensuring maintenance meets Skyports standards

Documentation and Compliance

Regulatory Adherence: Fleet Serviceability: Oversee aircraft airworthiness, ensuring maintenance meets Skyports standards
Maintain accurate operational records on platforms like Centrik, ensuring timely compliance with documentation protocols

Resource and Fatigue Management

Operational Familiarity: Stay familiar with all operational areas to be ready to act as a qualified remote pilot

Visitor Management and Briefing

~ You are a certified Remote Pilot with solid commercial flying experience, proven capability in BVLOS operations and a strong grasp on drone platforms, maintenance and systems integration
Proficiency in flight planning tools, mission software, and UAS platforms used by the organisation
Familiarity with basic maintenance procedures, fleet documentation, and airworthiness assurance
Ability to manage end-to-end field operations, including TOLP setup, crew briefings, and stakeholder communication

Competitive salary and benefits package.
A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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