Deployment Lead (Atlanta)

at  AeroVect

WHO WE ARE

AeroVect is transforming ground handling with autonomy, redefining how airlines and ground service providers around the globe run day-to-day operations. We are a Series A company backed by top-tier venture capital investors in aviation and autonomous driving. Our customers include some of the world’s largest airlines and ground handling providers. For more information, visit www.aerovect.com.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field.
• Exceptional attention to detail – must be able to track and manage deployment operations, identify discrepancies, and closely monitor project status.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to effectively manage a range of tasks and responsibilities.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITY TO EXERCISE SOUND JUDGMENT UNDER PRESSURE AND EXCELLENT PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITIES.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a balance of professionalism and friendliness.

EXPERIENCE IN MANAGING ON-THE-GROUND OPERATIONS TEAMS IN A HIGH-STAKES, SAFETY-CRITICAL ENVIRONMENT

• Must possess a valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience with field deployment of industrial robotics or complex engineering products
• Experience with managing safety protocols and regulations.

• Lead the management and coordination of daily autonomous GSE deployment operations at ATL, including setting schedules and ensuring efficient operations.
• Act as the primary liaison for our customer, a U.S. legacy airline, handling all communication and updates related to the deployment, and facilitating a seamless and exceptional customer experience.
• Support the engineering team by ensuring availability and timely provision of essential resources such as safety drivers, vehicles, and airside access.
• Manage the process of airside badging and vehicle permits, conducting meticulous follow-ups to ensure adherence to airport regulations.
• Manage a team of Autonomous GSE Operators, ensuring safety driving operations are compliant with AeroVect’s safety driving protocols.
• Promptly address any issues – serve as the first point of contact for deployment-related issues, identifying challenges, and coordinating efforts for swift mitigation. Proactively communicate with AeroVect leadership and customers.
• Deliver comprehensive reports on deployment progress, operational issues, resolutions, and performance for both AeroVect leadership and our customer.