Infrastructure Operations Specialist

About Sky Safe

Sky Safe is the leader in drone detection and airspace intelligence, delivering unmatched visibility into drone activity. As the only company offering advanced drone detection, deep analytics, and forensics, Sky Safe enables organizations to detect, analyze, and act on drone activity with precision in real-time. Its cloud-based SaaS platform provides comprehensive drone data, helping distinguish between authorized drones and potential threats.

By transforming complex drone data into actionable insight, Sky Safe empowers organizations to act with clarity and confidence and provides the intelligence needed for smarter decision‑making and safer skies.

Sky Safe is seeking a highly motivated Infrastructure Operations Specialist to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role is critical to the successful deployment, maintenance, and ongoing operation of Sky Safe’s sensor infrastructure in the field. The position exists to ensure that hardware installations are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. As an Infrastructure Operations Specialist, you will lead and support hands‑on deployment efforts, maintain RF and telecommunications equipment, and continuously improve installation procedures.

You will work closely with internal teams and external partners, often in challenging environments, to ensure Sky Safe’s detection systems perform reliably and meet operational expectations.

• Plan, schedule, and prepare equipment for new sensor deployments
• Maintain, inspect, and improve currently operating sensor infrastructure
• Develop, refine, and document procedures for deployment and installation operations
• Create clear documentation and how‑to materials for installation and maintenance processes
• Communicate instructions, timelines, and operational expectations to internal and on‑site team members
• Perform system installations, including hardware assembly and RF connections, on masts, rooftops, towers, and other infrastructure
• Conduct rooftop, tower, and climbing work while adhering to all safety standards and guidelines
• Lift, haul, and position heavy equipment at installation sites
• Create cable penetrations, pull cable, and troubleshoot electrical and network connections
• Troubleshoot unexpected installation issues using creative problem‑solving and effective communication with internal teams and external partners
• Represent Sky Safe professionally and maintain strong working relationships with customers, partners, and site stakeholders
• Support R&D engineering efforts with field deployments, testing, and feedback as requested
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment, wear appropriate PPE, and ensure safety guidelines are followed by all team members
• Serve as a subject‑matter expert for infrastructure operations and deployment best practices
• Complete all required documentation, training, and compliance activities
• Perform Part 107 drone operations in accordance with all FAA guidelines
• Maintain the FAA Drone Zone Database

• 4+ years of experience in a field technician lead, infrastructure operations, or manufacturing lead role
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn, troubleshoot, and explain equipment setup and operation
• Experience with outdoor RF, telecommunications, networking, or similar technical equipment preferred
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and safety
• Ability and willingness to work at heights and in varied outdoor environments
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment
• Experience working in technology‑related industries preferred
• Willingness to travel 50–75 %
• Eligibility to access technology, materials, software, or hardware controlled by U.S. export laws (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or eligible for U.S. Government export license approval)

• Certifications or willingness to obtain certifications in MEWP, tower climbing, rigging, or related work environments (Sky Safe will fund required certifications)
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