Lab Manager-UAS Program

The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Lab Manager for our Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program. The Lab Manager's primary responsibility is to support the Director of UAS Education and Research in providing operational oversight of the UAS Program. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the UAS research and development laboratory, managing resources, and supporting the program's overall success. This includes coordinating all ground, flight, and logistical operations, as well as planning and implementing UAS training and operations including safe and legal operation of the aircraft, crew resource management, customer coordination, systems procurement, and all maintenance of the aircraft and associated systems.

The ideal candidate will have a professional demeanor, strong work ethic, and eagerness to expand a growing program. This individual will be comfortable working with an experimental program, able to voice recommendations for modernizations, and flexible enough to adapt to changing needs in mission tasking.

Complete job description

About the University

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree
• Teaching experience (Certified Flight Instructor I and II, Higher Education)
• Photogrammetry, photography, videography experience
• Experience with flight controllers with Ardupilot, PX4 and QGroundControl software
• FAA sUAS Remote Pilot Certification

Preferred:

• FAA Title 14 CFR Part 61 Pilot Certificate
• Graduate degree
• Experience with curriculum writing in higher education
• Completed UMA's UAS Certificate Program

Salary: The normal hiring salary range for this position is in the low to mid-50s and is commensurate with training, education, and experience and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support .

Application Process

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

• A cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
• A resume/curriculum vitae
• Be prepared to supply contact information for three professional references when requested

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after 12/2/25 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

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The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/ .

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