Job Description
UAS Administrative Assistant
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Location: Hybrid – Red Bluff, CA | Approximately 1–2 weeks per month in office
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Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, commensurate with experience
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Reports to: Director of Remote Sensing, Quanta Aviation Services
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About the Role
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Quanta Aviation Services (QAS) is seeking a highly organized and motivated UAS Administrative Assistant to support our growing UAS Operations team.
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QAS UAS Operations delivers drone-based inspection, mapping, LiDAR, remote sensing, and aviation services to the utility industry across North America.
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This is a hybrid role combining approximately 60% administrative and business support with 40% business development operations coordination. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to operate effectively in a fast-paced and growing organization.
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This position is particularly well suited for a strong administrative professional interested in expanding into business operations, project coordination, and business development support. Previous drone or UAS experience is not required, and direct business development experience is a plus but not necessary.
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Key Responsibilities
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Administrative & Business Support – Approximately 60%
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* Support invoicing, cost accounting, expense tracking, and coordination with Quanta finance teams
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* Coordinate calendars, meetings, and schedules across UAS crews, leadership, clients, and internal stakeholders
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* Prepare meeting agendas, distribute pre-read materials, and coordinate meeting logistics
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* Route contracts and related documentation between clients, QAS General Counsel, and Quanta operating companies
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* Coordinate vendors, subcontractors, equipment providers, and other service partners
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* Maintain accurate CRM records, including contacts, opportunities, projects, and status updates
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* Prepare correspondence and administrative communications on behalf of project managers and leadership as needed
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* Assist with project documentation, reporting, and general operational coordination
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Business Development Operations – Approximately 40%
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* Coordinate RFP and opportunity intake, including logging opportunities, tracking requirements, and managing response deadlines
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* Support proposal development by coordinating inputs from business development leadership, subject matter experts, operations teams, and customer stakeholders
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* Maintain opportunity and proposal documentation throughout the pursuit lifecycle
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* Prepare weekly reporting on business development pipeline activity, opportunity movement, and key project milestones
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* Help ensure internal stakeholders remain aligned on deadlines, deliverables, and customer commitments
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Required Qualifications
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* 3+ years of administrative, accounting, project coordination, or similar professional experience
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* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail
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* Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
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* Experience working with CRM or comparable business-management systems
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* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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* Strong organizational, documentation, and follow-through skills
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* Ability to exercise discretion when handling confidential business and personnel information
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* Ability to work in a hybrid environment with approximately 1–2 weeks per month in the Red Bluff, California office
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Preferred Qualifications
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* Experience supporting Director-level or senior leadership
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* Experience within a growing business unit or fast-paced operational environment
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* Utility, aviation, aerospace, engineering, construction, or infrastructure industry experience
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* Experience supporting RFPs, proposals, contracts, or procurement processes
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* Familiarity with platforms such as Coupa, SAP, Concur, Expensify, or similar financial and procurement systems
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Compensation & Benefits
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* Base salary: $65,000–$75,000, depending on experience
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* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
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* 401(k) with company match
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* Paid time off
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* Professional development opportunities
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* Additional Quanta benefits in accordance with company policy
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Why Join QAS?
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This role provides an opportunity to join a rapidly growing aviation and UAS organization supporting some of North America’s largest utility and infrastructure programs. You’ll work directly with operational and business leadership while gaining exposure to UAS operations, utility aviation, project management, finance, and business development.
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For the right candidate, this position offers a strong foundation for continued growth into business operations, project coordination, or business development roles within QAS.
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How to Apply
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Submit your resume and cover letter to uas@quantaaviation.com and note your interest in the UAS Administrative Assistant position.