Field Deployment Lead

Terabase Energy

102d • $110,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As the Drone Deployment Lead, you will be responsible for the end-to-end mobilization, deployment, return, and maintenance of Terabase-owned drone-in-a-box equipment and supporting assets. You will be responsible for ensuring that all DIB systems are safely delivered, deployed, operated, and returned from project sites, while overseeing maintenance and repairs to maximize uptime and reliability across multiple, active projects across the US. You will collaborate with project managers, remote pilot teams, service providers, and technical support SMEs to coordinate logistics, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high standards of operational excellence. You will lead DIB deployments across multiple sites, support pilot teams and data capture technology needs, and ensure deployed equipment meets or exceeds the minimum system requirements and uptime to deliver timely data for our customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, aviation, business management, or related field.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
• 5+ years’ experience in drone operations, aviation, or program management.
• Experience with drone-in-a-box systems (Percepto, DJI Dock, Skydio Dock, etc.)
• Proven experience managing technology programs or complex field operations.
• Familiarity with FAA Part 107 regulations and autonomous drone technologies.
• Strong communication skills with ability to manage cross-functional and remote teams.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to travel up to 50% for site deployments, maintenance, repairs, training, and vendor oversight.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of solar PV site operations, photogrammetry, and geospatial data workflows.
• Background in large-scale infrastructure, renewable energy, or aerospace programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mobilization, deployment, and demobilization of drone-in-a-box equipment and supporting assets across multiple project sites.
• Develop and implement logistics plans and deployment documentation for safe delivery, installation, and tear-down of fielded DIB systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external customers, and supporting vendors to ensure timely and efficient site setup and equipment return.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment inventory, location, status, and deployment schedules to ensure efficient rotation of equipment from project to warehouse.
• Oversee schedule & unscheduled (corrective) maintenance of drone-in-a-box equipment in the field & warehouse, including hardware, software, and supporting infrastructure.
• Diagnose & resolve technical issues, coordinating with vendors and technical support as needed and traveling to project sites to resolve issues which cannot be remotely resolved.
• Establish and enforce preventive maintenance schedules and documentation standards.
• Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability for rapid repairs and proper parts rotation schedules.
• Monitor deployed systems for performance, reliability, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 107, local aviation regulations, and site-specific safety requirements per the Terabase remote drone operational policies & site evaluation requirements.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for mobilization, maintenance, and repairs enabling streamlined deployments & reduced time on-site.
• Provide regular reporting on equipment status, uptime, and maintenance activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for site teams regarding DIB mobilization and maintenance.
• Support customer onboarding and training related to equipment deployment and care.
• Translate feedback from field operations into process improvements and technical enhancements.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for more efficient mobilization and maintenance workflows.
• Lead structured reviews to capture lessons learned and standardize best practices.
• Support integration of DIB asset data into project management and digital twin platforms.

Benefits

• Generous time off and holiday policy
• Remote flexibility
• Flexible time off
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career progression
• 401k match
• Stock options
• Home office set up allowance
• And much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree