Mission Coordinator

FlyGuys•Lafayette, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At FlyGuys, the Mission Coordinator (MC) is a critical operator within our daily flight operations. This role serves as the connective tissue between clients, pilots, and internal teams—ensuring every mission is properly scoped, authorized, executed, and closed out successfully. A successful Mission Coordinator is highly organized, operationally minded, and comfortable managing multiple missions simultaneously. You will regularly interpret and design scopes of work, verify pilot readiness, manage FAA airspace requirements, and provide end-to-end mission support to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality data capture.

Requirements

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required)
Experience obtaining FAA airspace authorizations and/or waivers
Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple missions in a fast-paced environment
Professional, clear communicator with both internal teams and external customers
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Continued employment is contingent upon timely completion of Form I‑9 and verification of work authorization, as required by federal law.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Photogrammetry
UAS flight planning software
Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel
Advanced computer proficiency
Basic project management workflows

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for pilots before, during, and after each mission.
Interpret client requirements and design clear, accurate scopes of work aligned to job specifications.
Ensure pilots are properly equipped, qualified, and scheduled to complete missions within designated timelines.
Monitor mission progress and proactively resolve issues to keep operations on track.
Maintain consistent communication with pilots throughout the mission lifecycle.
Confirm pilot safety and job-site departure upon mission completion.
Ensure all required data is uploaded to the correct platform in accordance with client and internal requirements.
Assist pilots with troubleshooting related to mission scope, software, hardware, or logistics.
Manage FAA airspace authorizations, LAANC approvals, and waiver submissions as required.
Verify missions comply with FAA Part 107 regulations and FlyGuys operational standards.
Validate proper functionality of required hardware and software prior to flight.
Utilize mission management and data platforms to track status, updates, and deliverables.
Maintain accurate records and notes to ensure transparency and continuity across teams.
Coordinate with on-site personnel and/or customer representatives as needed.
Provide professional updates to internal stakeholders and, when required, directly to customers.
Escalate risks, delays, or deviations with clear context and proposed solutions.