Qualifications/Experience required

• Proven experience in air operations management, UAS or C-UAS operations (military, police, aviation, industrial security).
• Strong understanding of drone and counter-drone tactics and technologies (RF, radar, EO/IR, jamming).
• Knowledge of UAS regulations (ICAO guidance, local aviation authority rules).
• Solid background in airspace security risk assessment.
• Experience coordinating with military or security forces.
• Fluent in English (mandatory). Portuguese/Swahili is an asset depending on the operational environment.
• Strong computer skills (situational awareness tools, reporting, mapping systems).
• No criminal record.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Job dimensions

• Ensure full management of the Project’s airspace security, including all UAS (drone) operations and C-UAS (counter‑drone) systems.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise security flight missions (surveillance, reconnaissance, area assessment) in coordination with Area 4, the civil aviation authority and all UAS/C‑UAS service providers.
• Coordinate with local aviation authorities and internal teams involved in air-related security operations.
• Maintain continuous Airspace Situational Awareness (ASA) for all critical activities.
• Ensure all airspace security operations comply with Security SOPs, VPSHR, and applicable regulations.
• Provide daily analysis, reports, and alerts on aerial, onshore and offshore activity around the Project area.
• Supervise drone and counter‑drone teams, ensuring qualification, discipline, and adherence to operational standards.
• Ensuring that multimillion-dollar systems are installed correctly, function correctly and are used to maximum effect for the project

Activities

• Implementing a HSE system in conjunction with site HSE ensuring all work carried out is 100% safety compliant in terms of the 12 golden rules as prescribed by company, and air safety standards for UAS / C‑UAS operations.
• Plan and conduct UAS missions (surveillance, risk assessment, monitoring of sensitive areas).
• In cooperation with Area4, coordinate C‑UAS systems (radars, RF detectors, jamming systems, authorized interception procedures).
• Ensure continuous operational liaison with Area 4 for joint or supporting aerial security missions.
• Supervise flight authorization processes, No‑Fly Zones, and secure aerial corridors.
• Monitor and report all aerial activity, including unauthorized drone presence or C‑UAS alerts.
• Maintain permanent contact with civil and military aviation authorities regarding local airspace use.
• Document and report all airspace security incidents or airspace violations.
• Ensure maintenance and operational readiness of UAS, batteries, ground stations, radars, RF systems, and all related equipment.
• Train internal teams on drone‑related risks and airspace security procedures.
• Presenting innovative and easy to implement ideas and solutions to various issues that might be faced by the project.
• Continuous availability in case of emergency.
• Drafting the necessary documentation for all system related tenders, Bills of quantities, estimated costs, Scopes of work for the eventual contracts