UAS Operations Site Lead-Ohio

About DZYNE Technologies

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.

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UAS Operations Site Lead-Ohio

Dayton, OH

100% On‑site with some travel. This position requires primarily on‑site presence to support daily MCE operations, mission execution, crew coordination, and system readiness activities. Remote work flexibility may be available for specific planning or administrative duties when mission tempo permits.

The UAS Mission Control Element (MCE) Site Lead will direct and oversee daily operations at a dedicated UAS MCE site, ensuring all mission control activities, crew coordination, and remote flight operations are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with organizational standards and supported program requirements. As the senior on‑site authority, the Site Lead serves as the primary point of contact for MCE operations, providing leadership, oversight, and accountability for personnel, mission execution processes, and site resources.

Because this role directly supports distributed UAS operations, the Site Lead must be an AVO qualified on DZYNE platforms to ensure effective synchronization of mission control activities, airspace coordination, and crew resource management.

• Oversee all MCE operational activities, including mission coordination, remote flight operations, crew scheduling, and system readiness.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate MCE crew members, including AVOs, mission commanders, sensor operators, and support staff.
• Ensure all remote operations comply with airspace requirements, supported mission rules, safety directives, and operational standards.
• Coordinate with distributed sites, launch/recovery elements (LRE), training elements, headquarters, and external partners to support integrated mission execution.
• Maintain MCE configuration, equipment health, communications systems, and redundancy protocols to ensure uninterrupted mission capability.
• Produce daily mission schedules and forecast future operational requirements for the MCE team.
• Serve as the on‑site operational authority for real‑time issue resolution, mission risk mitigation, and operational decision‑making.
• Support evaluations, checkouts, remote mission rehearsals, and readiness events as required.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support operational objectives.

• Demonstrated experience in remote UAS operations within a Mission Control Element environment.
• Strong understanding of distributed UAS operations, command‑and‑control architectures, and LRE–MCE coordination.
• Experience managing crews in 24/7 or high‑tempo operational environments.
• Attain and maintain LEAP or ULTRA Instructor AVO qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in operations, logistics, or site management, preferably in an OCONUS or remote environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to make sound decisions in high‑pressure or rapidly changing conditions.
• Familiarity with compliance, safety, and regulatory standards in government environments.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance.

• Advanced degree or professional certifications in operations management, logistics, or project management.
• Previous experience supporting U.S. government or defense operations OCONUS.
• Working knowledge of international logistics, supply chain, contract management, and export restrictions.
• Cross‑cultural…