Transportation Technician 2​/GBDAA & DIB Operator, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Center, PN 20050612

This position is located at the Ohio Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Center at 1323 West Blee Road, Springfield, OH 45502

• Airspace & Deconfliction Management:
  Integrate Ground-Based Detect & Avoid (GBDAA) radar feeds, ADS-B inputs, and LAANC flight approvals to ensure aircraft separation during operations. Supporting uncrewed aircraft operations and testing.
• Drone & BVLOS Operations:
  Manage remote Drone-in-a-Box (DIB) and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations using Skydio Dock systems and cloud command platforms for automated corridor mapping, bridge, roadway, and construction monitoring.
• Flight Roles & Planning:
  Serve as Remote Pilot-in-Command (RPIC) or Visual Observer (VO); construct 3D photogrammetry routes and automated inspection grids; perform preflight, in-flight, and post-flight checks for rotorcraft and fixed-wing platforms.
• Mission Preparation & Coordination:
  Conduct pre-mission planning and safety risk assessments, review weather, file NOTAMs, coordinate airspace with controlling agencies, and brief operation teams and requestors.
• Data Processing & Reporting:
  Organize, process, and deliver acquired data to the UAS Data Manager; prepare and maintain flight logs, risk assessments, equipment condition reports, accident/incident reports, and inventory records.

• Licensing & Travel Requirements:
  Must hold and maintain an active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate; possess a valid driver s license (or provide own transportation); and be willing to perform statewide travel with overnight stays as needed.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience operating rotorcraft/fixed-wing UAS platforms, personal computers/tablets, and specialized software (e.g., Microsoft Suite, UGCS, and various UAS flight command software). Experience operating Skydio x10 aircraft and other platforms greater than 55 lbs. Experience operating aircraft in a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) environment. Experience conducting two-way radio communications with aircraft and/or aircrew.
• Knowledge Base:
  Strong understanding of Part 107 safety practices, state/federal government structures, and agency-specific UAS policies and procedures. Knowledge of GIS and drone data collection and processing.
• Analytical & Operational Abilities:
  Demonstrated ability to gather and process data, define problems, draw valid conclusions, perform basic calculations (fractions, decimals, percentages), and compile clear, concise reports.
• Communication &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Excellent interpersonal skills to cooperate with team members on group projects and handle sensitive inquiries from public officials and the general public professionally.

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick & personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases; 1st after 6 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
• Experience growth opportunities within organization.
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

• Or completion of associate degree program in engineering technology; 5 yrs. engineering related technical experience in simple & standard construction/ rehabilitation/maintenance projects or planning & design of simple & standard civil engineering projects or materials testing, with experience to be commensurate with position to be filled.
• Or 7 yrs. trg. or 7 yrs. exp. in engineering related technical experience in simple & standard construction/ rehabilitation/maintenance projects or planning & design of simple & standard civil engineering projects or materials testing, with experience to be commensurate with positions to be filled.
  
  Note:
  
  the official position description on file with the Ohio Department Of Administrative Services is to reflect, in the minimum acceptable characteristics, the required…