Jamal Ahmed
South Region,Saudi Arabia
Summary
GACA-licensed drone pilot with expertise in UAV survey operations and high-resolution data acquisition. Proficient in drone data processing, BVLOS operations, and applications in geotechnical and mining sectors. Skilled in mission planning, thermal imaging, multispectral analysis, and magnetometry, with experience in DJI Matrice RTK systems. NEBOSH certified with a focus on risk assessment and innovative solutions in drone technology.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
UAV Maintenance & Training Specialist
GGAS Aviation Services
South Region, Saudi Arabia
2025.10 - 2026.01
- Leading the establishment of a dedicated Military UAV MRO facility focusing on maintenance, repair, and software development.
- Developing and delivering comprehensive UAV & Sensor Training Programs for military personnel.
- Designed process improvement training programme that led to 78% overall efficiency increase.
- Managed external trainers for delivering specialist skills development courses.
Drone Specialist
Tilad Group
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.03 - 2025.10
- Pioneered and executed BVLOS missions in desert environments for large-scale mining mineral exploration and stockpile analysis.
- Operated DJI Matrice RTK platforms with Zenmuse P1 and H20T, achieving sub-5 cm photogrammetry accuracy.
- Increased project efficiency by 40% through automated flight planning and data processing workflows.
- Trained and certified 30+ pilots in GACA Part 107 standards for national projects like NEOM and Qiddiya.
- Enhanced product quality to exceed customer expectations.
- Conducted comprehensive market research, resulting in informed strategic planning.
- Managed high-risk projects, ensuring safety compliance at all times.
- Streamlined operational procedures with innovative system improvements.
- Negotiated favourable terms with vendors, securing cost-effective deals for the company.
- Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge through continuous professional development.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, enhancing overall system performance.
Drone Specialist
Lensic Drone Solutions Company
Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia
2023.02 - 2025.02
- Delivered high-precision UAV survey services to 15+ mining companies for mineral discovery.
- Executed advanced magnetometry and geospatial mapping to detect subsurface anomalies.
- Processed and delivered 500+ datasets using Pix4D and DroneDeploy, improving exploration efficiency by 60%.
- Led BVLOS survey operations covering 800+ km² with high operational safety.
- Analysed complex datasets for improved decision-making processes.
- Diagnosed hardware faults accurately to minimise downtime.
- Led training sessions for staff skill improvement.
- Developed bespoke software solutions to meet specific business needs.
- Coordinated supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Resolved technical issues promptly, enhancing overall system performance.
- Streamlined operational procedures with innovative system improvements.
- Improved workflow efficiency with thorough process analysis.
- Optimised resource allocation for maximised operational efficiency.
- Facilitated productive team meetings, fostering a collaborative work environment.
UAV Team Lead
ALPHADEEM
Riyadh
2021.04 - 2023.01
- Managed 200+ UAV missions for infrastructure, agriculture, and construction projects.
- Produced 3D terrain models and performed volumetric calculations for mining and engineering sectors.
- Identified critical infrastructure faults via thermal inspection, reducing client downtime by 30%.
Senior Associate Engineer / UAV Supervisor
Pakistan Air Force
, Pakistan
1999.02 - 2018.01
- Conducted tactical UAV ISR missions and coordinated sensor deployment for defense initiatives.
- Supervised jet engine overhauling and avionics maintenance for military aircraft.
- Streamlined processes for improved business efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures, thereby increasing product reliability and customer trust levels.
- Reviewed policy compliance across all sectors improving regulatory adherence.
- Achieved project objectives by creating and implementing strategic plans.
- Developed detailed business cases, influencing organisational growth.
- Led a team of associates towards achieving company goals.
- Prepared comprehensive reports to support decision-making process.
- Analysed financial data for informed budget planning.
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Virtual University of Pakistan
Pakistan 2009.02 - 2012.02
Bachelor's Degree - Arts
University of the Punjab
Pakistan 2005.03 - 2007.04
Diploma - Aeronautics
Pakistan Air Force
Pakistan 1999.02 - 2001.02
Skills
- GACA-licensed drone pilot
- UAV survey operations
- High-resolution data acquisition
- Drone data processing
- BVLOS operations
- Geotechnical and mining expertise
- Photogrammetry and LiDAR
- Pix4D and DJI Terra proficiency
- UgCS and DroneDeploy skills
- Global Mapper experience
- DJI Matrice RTK operation
- UAV maintenance and repair
- 3D terrain modeling techniques
- Volumetric calculations expertise
- Mission planning and execution strategies
- Thermal imaging applications
- Multispectral analysis capabilities
- Magnetometry techniques
- Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Risk assessment methodologies
- NEBOSH certification
- IOSH managing safety
Languages
English
Fluent
Urdu
Fluent
Timeline
UAV Maintenance & Training Specialist
GGAS Aviation Services
2025.10 - 2026.01
Drone Specialist
Tilad Group
2025.03 - 2025.10
Drone Specialist
Lensic Drone Solutions Company
2023.02 - 2025.02
UAV Team Lead
ALPHADEEM
2021.04 - 2023.01
MBA - Human Resources
Virtual University of Pakistan
2009.02 - 2012.02
Bachelor's Degree - Arts
University of the Punjab
2005.03 - 2007.04
Diploma - Aeronautics
Pakistan Air Force
1999.02 - 2001.02
Senior Associate Engineer / UAV Supervisor
Pakistan Air Force
1999.02 - 2018.01