[Hiring] UAS Manager @MasTec Inc

Role Description

Responsible for leading the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program in support of surveying and geomatics operations across the renewable energy project portfolio. The UAS Manager directs a team of commercial pilots, sets operational and quality standards, manages the aircraft and sensor fleet, and owns the program’s compliance with FAA regulations and company policy. This is a working management role that combines team leadership, program development, and resource planning with direct involvement in complex mission planning, data quality oversight, and project execution, while also operating the UAS on assigned projects to ensure necessary data collection.

• Partner with project management, engineering, survey, and client teams to ensure UAS operations deliver accurate, reliable geospatial products on schedule and within budget.
• Work closely with the Director of Geomatics to align the program with broader geomatics strategy and capacity needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Surveying, Geospatial Science, Aviation, GIS, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field required.
• 5 years experience in UAS operations, surveying, geomatics, or geospatial data collection, including a minimum of three years in a lead, supervisory, or management role.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification maintained in good standing.
• Experience managing or leading UAS programs, teams, or field operations in support of surveying, mapping, engineering, construction, utility, infrastructure, or renewable energy projects.

Requirements

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety by taking personal responsibility for working toward the Company’s Zero Injury principles.
• Proven leadership and people-management ability, including the capacity to direct, develop, and retain a technical field team.
• Strong program and project management skills, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation across a portfolio of projects.
• Advanced knowledge of FAA regulations, airspace requirements, flight authorization and waiver processes, Remote ID, and UAS operational and safety best practices.
• Deep proficiency in UAS operations and geospatial data collection methodologies, including LiDAR, photogrammetry, orthomosaic mapping, and related surveying applications.
• Solid understanding of survey accuracy standards, QA/QC methodologies, GPS/GNSS principles, coordinate systems, datums, and projections.
• Ability to evaluate UAS platforms, sensors, and software and make sound technology and procurement decisions.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to report to leadership and present clearly to clients and project teams.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to changing operational conditions.
• Proficiency with relevant office, project management, and geospatial software.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

• Compensation $0-$0 / year, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount.
• Discounted National Gym Membership Network.
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave.
• Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage.
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
• Group legal plan.