Drone Operations Support Officer (AU)

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 evolve globally. 

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 role

The Drone Operations Team is seeking a Drone Operations Support Officer with relevant experience to join our growing team in Sydney, Australia. This position will report to the Maintenance Controller.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our drone pilots and operations team, assist the maintenance controller in managing our expanding drone fleet, and ensuring operational readiness across all platforms. This is a hands-on, dynamic role that combines office-based work with opportunities to work in the field. This role would suit someone who is highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, technically minded, and genuinely interested in drone technology. This role provides the opportunity to work in a high paced, rewarding and ever evolving industry.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations 

• Coordinate and manage drone inventory, including tagging, maintenance, and preparation of airframes at testing facilities and the Sydney CBD office
• Facilitate asset bookings
• Maintain documentation and support compliance requirements, including flight logs, maintenance records, and CASA reporting
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on drones, ground stations, and associated equipment
• Work closely with drone pilots, engineers, and operations teams to ensure smooth deployments and successful field operations
• Assist in weekly test flights of newly acquired aircraft
• Act as a visual observer (spotter) during drone operations across NSW on occasions

Qualifications, Experience and Skills 

Essential

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience in asset and inventory management
• Demonstrated technical aptitude
• Genuine interest in supporting team success and operational outcomes
• Willingness to travel to test sites on occasion
• Valid Australian driver’s license

Desirable

• Previous experience with Jira and Confluence
• Familiarity with drone hardware systems and radio communication equipment
• Remote Pilot License
• Soldering experience

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.