Terabase Energy · 4 months ago
Field Deployment Lead
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expTerabase Energy is focused on digitalization and automation in large-scale solar projects, developing a software and construction automation platform. The Drone Deployment Lead will manage the mobilization, deployment, and maintenance of drone-in-a-box equipment, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration with project teams.
EnergySoftwareSolar
Responsibilities
Lead the mobilization, deployment, and demobilization of drone-in-a-box equipment and supporting assets across multiple project sites
Develop and implement logistics plans and deployment documentation for safe delivery, installation, and tear-down of fielded DIB systems
Coordinate with internal teams, external customers, and supporting vendors to ensure timely and efficient site setup and equipment return
Maintain accurate records of equipment inventory, location, status, and deployment schedules to ensure efficient rotation of equipment from project to warehouse
Oversee schedule & unscheduled (corrective) maintenance of drone-in-a-box equipment in the field & warehouse, including hardware, software, and supporting infrastructure
Diagnose & resolve technical issues, coordinating with vendors and technical support as needed and traveling to project sites to resolve issues which cannot be remotely resolved
Establish and enforce preventive maintenance schedules and documentation standards
Manage spare parts inventory and ensure availability for rapid repairs and proper parts rotation schedules
Monitor deployed systems for performance, reliability, and safety
Ensure compliance with FAA Part 107, local aviation regulations, and site-specific safety requirements per the Terabase remote drone operational policies & site evaluation requirements
Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for mobilization, maintenance, and repairs enabling streamlined deployments & reduced time on-site
Provide regular reporting on equipment status, uptime, and maintenance activities
Serve as the primary point of contact for site teams regarding DIB mobilization and maintenance
Support customer onboarding and training related to equipment deployment and care
Translate feedback from field operations into process improvements and technical enhancements
Identify bottlenecks and propose solutions for more efficient mobilization and maintenance workflows
Lead structured reviews to capture lessons learned and standardize best practices
Support integration of DIB asset data into project management and digital twin platforms
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, aviation, business management, or related field
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
5+ years' experience in drone operations, aviation, or program management
Experience with drone-in-a-box systems (Percepto, DJI Dock, Skydio Dock, etc.)
Proven experience managing technology programs or complex field operations
Familiarity with FAA Part 107 regulations and autonomous drone technologies
Strong communication skills with ability to manage cross-functional and remote teams
Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel up to 50% for site deployments, maintenance, repairs, training, and vendor oversight
Preferred
Knowledge of solar PV site operations, photogrammetry, and geospatial data workflows
Background in large-scale infrastructure, renewable energy, or aerospace programs
Benefits
Generous time off and holiday policy
Remote flexibility
Flexible time off
Comprehensive benefits package
Career progression
401k match
Stock options
Home office set up allowance
And much more!
Company
Terabase Energy
Terabase Energy is a web-based tool that reduces cost and deployment timelines by digitalizing the solar power plant.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$205MKey Investors
SoftBank Vision FundFifth WallSJF Ventures
2025-03-13Series C· $130M
2023-07-15Series Unknown· $25M
2022-08-02Series B· $44M
Leadership Team
Matt Campbell
CEO & Co-Founder
Chris Baker
COO (Co-Founder)
Recent News
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