Deputy Security Manager – Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) & Airspace

About the role

The Deputy Security Manager will lead airspace security for a major infrastructure project in Mozambique, overseeing all unmanned aerial system (UAS) and counter‑UAS (C‑UAS) activities. This 12‑month contract role requires close coordination with civil aviation authorities, military partners and internal security teams.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the project’s airspace security, including UAS operations and C‑UAS systems.
• Plan, conduct and supervise security flight missions (surveillance, reconnaissance, area assessment).
• Maintain continuous Airspace Situational Awareness and ensure compliance with SOPs, VPSHR and relevant regulations.
• Supervise drone and counter‑drone teams, enforce qualification standards and operational discipline.
• Coordinate flight authorisations, No‑Fly Zones and secure aerial corridors.
• Monitor, report and document all aerial activity, incidents and airspace violations.
• Ensure maintenance and readiness of UAS, batteries, ground stations, radars and RF systems.
• Train internal teams on drone‑related risks and airspace security procedures.

Required profile

• Proven experience in air operations management, UAS or C‑UAS (military, police, aviation or industrial security).
• Strong knowledge of drone and counter‑drone tactics, technologies and regulations (ICAO, local authority).
• Experience coordinating with military or security forces.
• Fluent in English; Portuguese or Swahili a plus.

Required skills

• UAS operations
• C‑UAS systems
• Radar technology
• RF detection
• Jamming systems
• EO/IR sensors