UAS Safety Manager
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UAS Safety Managers are responsible for ensuring the safety of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) operations. They develop and implement safety plans, conduct risk assessments, and train UAS operators. UAS Safety Managers must be familiar with UAS regulations and standards, and they must be able to work with a variety of stakeholders, including UAS operators, manufacturers, and regulators.
Job Duties
UAS Safety Managers typically perform the following duties:
- Develop and implement safety plans for UAS operations
- Conduct risk assessments for UAS operations
- Train UAS operators on safety procedures
- Monitor UAS operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Investigate UAS accidents and incidents
- Work with UAS manufacturers to develop and implement safety features
- Represent the organization on UAS safety committees and working groups
Education and Training
UAS Safety Managers typically have a bachelor's degree in aviation safety, engineering, or a related field. They may also have experience in UAS operations or safety management. UAS Safety Managers must be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a Part 107 Remote Pilot.
Skills and Abilities
UAS Safety Managers must have the following skills and abilities:
- Strong knowledge of UAS regulations and standards
- Ability to develop and implement safety plans
- Ability to conduct risk assessments
- Ability to train UAS operators on safety procedures
- Ability to monitor UAS operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Ability to investigate UAS accidents and incidents
- Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, including UAS operators, manufacturers, and regulators
