Executive Director Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS)
University of North Dakota

Job Info

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Position Information: Description

On behalf of the State of North Dakota, the University of North Dakota is conducting a search for the position of North Dakota Test Site Director, Northern Plains Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site (NPUASTS).  The NPUASTS was established and named one of six FAA test sites in the country for the purpose of safely integrating UAS into the National Airspace System. Operating under the direction of the Northern Plains Unmanned Systems Authority, the Test Site (TS) Director reports to the Authority’s Executive Committee and leads the State’s effort in directing the NPUASTS activities. The TS Program Office is headquartered in Grand Forks, ND at the University of North Dakota with UAS activities taking place throughout the state and nation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the nation in its establishment, development, and implementation of Beyond Visual Line of Sight technology.
• Provide leadership, oversight and coordination of all UAS related activities within the NPUASTS.
• Develop and implement written vision, mission, and goals and strategic plans for the continued evolution of the TS. 
• Secure funding from federal, state, industry and other sources. Grow capabilities and increase the competitiveness of the TS to enhance its value for partnering with private, government and university entities.
• Responsible to private industry, state government and the FAA for establishing the TS capabilities in increments and for TS overall execution to include technical performance, financial management performance and future business development.
• Manage multiple complex ongoing projects and ensure optimization of all NPUASTS resources.

Required Competencies

• Significant track record of executive level interaction with both government and private entities.
• Proven leader of multi-discipline teams in these disciplines
• A record of strong program management including strategic and operational experience.
• Significant track record of executive level interaction with both government and entity/mission

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a conventional accredited institution
• United States citizen, able to qualify for DOD security clearance
• Must commit to 2-year employment contract
• Past and current experience with airspace management, flight operations, and flight safety
• Significant project management and business management experience and expertise.
• Experience with sustaining major funding, including experience with government contract requirements, technology transfer and compliance policies
• Valid Driver's License
• FAA Commercial pilot license with instrument rating
• Successful completion of criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in an Aeronautics or Business-related field
• Experience with unmanned aircraft research, education, training or operations
• Experience with early stage/start-up company or with establishing new government programs
• Private pilot license
• FAA Remote Pilot License
• FAA commercial pilot license with instrument rating
• Experience in managing and leading large and complex marketing campaigns

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$160,000+ Dependent on experience, Full-Time, Exempt, Benefited

Work Schedule/Start Date

Monday - Friday

Benefits

Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.

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