UAS Specialist & Project Coordinator

Position: UAS Specialist and Project Coordinator Location: Remote/Hybrid, ~75% travel Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $90,000 - $100,000 Salary + Benefits Job Summary: The UAS Specialist and Project Coordinator will play a critical role in our operations by managing and executing drone missions across various platforms and sensor payloads. This individual will be responsible for mission planning, data collection, processing, and analysis, as well as coordinating with independent contractors, stakeholders, and clients. The ideal candidate is a jack-of-reputed company-trades with a strong technical background in UAS operations, data analysis, and project management. 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