Senior Technical Officer – Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems

Senior Technical Officer – Remotely Piloted Aircraft SystemsJob no: 518645 Work type: part time Location: Crawley Categories: Technical/Laboratory support About the areaThe College Services team provides comprehensive academic administration and technical support to UWA's schools. Technical Services supports the University's teaching and research goals through practical expertise across a broad range of technical disciplines. This includes laboratory management, fieldwork support, research optimisation, and program coordination, contributing to a safe and high-performance work environment.About the opportunityLead and develop innovative drone-based solutions, support and enable safe and compliant use and expansion of drone operations for research and teaching at UWA.Ensure compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations, overseeing safe and effective operation of drones under UWA's Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operations Certificate (ReOC).Leadership in safe drone maintenance processes including training and support for UWA remote pilots, and contributing to and supporting drone operations for teaching and research.About youRelevant tertiary, technical or other qualifications and experience. A current CASA Remote Pilot License (RePL) for