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Work with cutting edge AI technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world''s most challenging technical problems in the rapidly growing counter-drone sector.Our customers operate in some of the most challenging and high-stakes environments in the world, including military organisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement. Protecting airspace in these settings requires technology that performs under pressure and teams that understand what''s at stake. At DroneShield, employees work at the leading edge of counter-drone innovation, helping to address real-world security challenges as drone threats continue to evolveglobally.With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia, now part of the ASX200 index, DroneShield is experiencing a period of hypergrowth. Revenue has surged from A$57 million in 2024 to over A$190 million in 2025, representing growth of more than 400% year-on-year, with record profitability and cashflow. The total addressable global market for counter-drone is assessed at approximately $100 billion, and is currently at the nascent stage with much of the growth still to come, with DroneShield well positioned as a global market leader, and the only public listed pure-play business in this sector.The company has grown from 11 employees in 2017 to over 450 staff globally today, and is on track to reach around 550 by the end of 2026. This expansion includes investment of over A$50 million annually in R&D, a global pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and continuous scaling of production capacity to meet accelerating demand.The role is based at DroneShield''s central Sydney headquarters. Overseas on-the-ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Netherlands, Denmark, Mexico and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries worldwide.About the roleThe Chief Remote Pilot is the accountable authority for the safe, compliant, and effective conduct of all Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) operations across DroneShield, with end-to-end responsibility for ensuring activities are executed in accordance with the organisation''s ReOC, applicable CASA regulations, and relevant aviation legislation. The role provides operational leadership and governance over Remote Pilots and Operational Crew, establishes and enforces operational standards, and ensures DroneShield''s drone activities ranging from routine operations through to complex EVLOS and BVLOS missions are conducted safely while supporting data collection, test and evaluation, demonstrations, and customer delivery. Working closely with Engineering, Test & Evaluation, Drone Operations, and Delivery teams, the Chief Remote Pilot enables flight operations that are operationally credible and compliant, drives continuous improvement through lessons learned and post-activity reviews, contributes to DroneShield''s drone intelligence capability, and represents the organisation professionally within aviation, defence, and industry forums, while demonstrating a strong ownership mindset and the flexibility to address operational and safety challenges beyond immediate role boundaries.Responsibilities, Duties and ExpectationsEnsure Drone Operations are conducted in accordance with the conditions of the ReOC and relevant civil aviation legislation. Types of UAS operations include:- Multi-rotors- Aeroplane- Powered lift- Helicopter- Custom FPVs- EVLOS Class 1 & 2 and BVLOS.Ensure that Remote Pilots (RP) and Operational Crew (OC) are suitably qualified and have experience and skills to enable them to fulfil the duties of their position satisfactorily.Maintain a record of qualifications held by the RP and OC.Monitor the operational standards and ability of the RP and OC.Review compliance and facilities by:- Conducting internal audits- Reviewing audit findings- Taking any necessary corrective action to rectify deficiencies as soon as possibleReview scheduling and rostering to ensure that fatigue does not adversely affect the safety of operations.Provide the RP and OC with ready access to all documents and manuals necessary to ensure the safety of all flights.Maintain oversight of airspace approvals, NOTAMs (where applicable), and coordination with other airspace users.Contribute to the DroneShield''s drone intelligence database.Drive continuous improvement of RPA operations through lessons learned, post-activity reviews, and feedback from internal and external stakeholders.Stay current with changes in aviation legislation, CASA guidance, and industry best practice, and assess impacts to DroneShield''s operations.Represent DroneShield professionally in aviation, defence, and industry forums as required.Provide support to broader project delivery efforts across data collection, test & evaluation, and demonstrations.High work ethic and the desire to take ownership over tasks/problems that may fall outside of your immediate job description/team.Qualifications, Experience and SkillsRegistered Remote Pilot License with advanced CASA endorsements and/or TAFE level qualifications.Strong track record of managing ReOC program(s) with complex operations and CASA endorsements other than multi-rotors.Proficient use of flight data management systems.Valid Driver''s Licence.Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed. #J-18808-Ljbffr