Field Operations Manager

Mach Industries•Huntington Beach, CA

About The Position

The Field Operations Manager will specialize in planning and executing field testing and operations for UAS platforms in various stages of development. This role involves coordinating logistics, ensuring safety compliance, and supporting flight operations domestically and internationally. You will play a critical role in pre- and post-operation processes, delivering actionable insights to engineering and business development teams.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in logistics operations, with a focus on field environments.
Proven expertise in field procurement and resource coordination.
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot operational and logistical challenges in real-time during field activities.
Experience supporting international field operations, including navigating customs and regulatory requirements.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for operations.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex logistics under tight timelines.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Prior military experience, with familiarity in operational planning or logistics.
Holds an FAA Part 107 UAS License.
Proficiency in multiple spoken languages to support international operations.
Holds a Private Pilot’s License, Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) rating, Commercial Pilot License (CPL), or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
Experience with Ardupilot, PX4, or similar UAS flight control systems.
Familiarity with defense industry standards or Department of Defense operational protocols.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute logistics for field operations, including transportation and deployment of test hardware and personnel.
Arrange domestic and international shipping/receiving of critical UAS components and operational equipment.
Deliver pre-deployment safety briefings and Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP) training to ensure team readiness.
Enforce best-practice safety and logistics protocols during all field operations to maintain compliance and operational integrity.
Assist in executing post-manufacturing flight acceptance checklists to validate platform readiness.
Support flight operations alongside Flight Ops team members in diverse domestic and international environments.
Document and report key engineering observations and business development insights from field tests to drive platform improvements.
Troubleshoot logistical and operational issues in real-time to ensure mission success under dynamic conditions.
Coordinate field procurement to secure necessary resources and equipment for testing and demonstrations.