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About AutonOps
We are a professional drone flight operations company based in Ohio. We provide the people, equipment, and expertise to execute drone missions for organizations that need reliable aerial capabilities.
Who We Are
AutonOps LLP is a professional drone flight operations company. We provide complete drone mission execution: pilots, mission controllers, aircraft, logistics, and operational support.
Our focus is on mission-critical applications where reliability and professionalism matter. We serve emergency response agencies, government organizations, and enterprises that need aerial capabilities without building their own drone programs.
We operate with discipline and structure. Every mission follows proven processes, from initial planning through final delivery. Our team understands that when you engage us, your reputation is on the line alongside ours.
Mission-Ready Operations
Trusted
Strategic Partnership
Powered by Aeryl AI
AutonOps operates in strategic partnership with Aeryl AI LLC, a leader in autonomous aviation technology. This partnership combines Aeryl's cutting-edge M2 Multi-Mission Platform with our operational expertise to deliver unmatched drone services.
Through this collaboration, we leverage AI-powered mission planning, real-time sensor analysis, and automated coordination systems that set a new standard for drone operations in emergency response and critical missions.
M2 Platform Capabilities
AI-Generated Mission Planning
Automated flight plans, waypoint optimization, and real-time adjustments
Live Sensor & Video Feeds
Real-time streaming to incident commanders with AI-enhanced analysis
Intelligent Coordination
Automated FAA integration, mission scoring, and after-action reports
Our Team
Leadership Team
Experienced professionals dedicated to operational excellence.
Bob Lee
Chief Executive Officer
Experienced operational leader with a background in aviation operations, program leadership, and technology-driven mission execution.
Joshua Kibe, PMP
Chief Financial Officer
U.S. Air Force Veteran with 20+ years leading mission-critical operations. FAA Part 107 Pilot. Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Active Secret Clearance.
Jaderic Dawson, M.S.
Chief Technology Officer
AI architect and mechanical engineer with 10+ years deploying AI in mission-critical environments. FAA Part 107 Pilot. M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Cornell AI/ML.
Matthew B. Sunday
Chief Operating Officer
USMC Sergeant (Ret.), Fire Captain (Ret.) with 30+ years of leadership and operational experience.
Role
CEO
Aviation OpsProgram LeadershipTech Execution
Featured Team Member
Bob Lee
Co-Founder | Chief Executive Officer
Bob Lee is an experienced operational leader with a background spanning aviation operations, program leadership, and technology-driven mission execution. He has led teams across complex, high-accountability environments where safety, precision, and execution speed are critical. His career includes managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing operational readiness, and guiding organizations through growth, transition, and change.
Bob brings deep experience in coordinating people, platforms, and processes to deliver outcomes under real-world constraints. He has a strong track record of turning emerging technologies into operationally viable capabilities, with a focus on reliability, risk management, and continuous improvement. His leadership style emphasizes clarity of roles, disciplined execution, and building systems that scale.
As Chief Executive Officer of AutonOps, Bob is responsible for overall operational direction, governance, and mission alignment. He ensures flight operations, mission control, and logistics are structured to support rapid response aerial services while maintaining compliance, safety, and performance standards. Bob works closely with partners and stakeholders to ensure AutonOps delivers dependable capability where time, access, and situational awareness matter most.
Bob is driven by the challenge of bridging innovation and operations, ensuring advanced aerial and AI-enabled systems deliver real impact in emergency response and high-consequence scenarios.
CEO
Leadership
Aviation
Operations
Tech
Execution
Scale
Systems
Clearance
Secret
PMPUSAF VeteranLean Six SigmaFAA Part 107
Featured Team Member
Joshua Kibe, PMP
Co-Founder | Chief Financial Officer | Pilot
Joshua Kibe is a Project Management Professional and retired U.S. Air Force veteran with more than 20 years of experience leading mission-critical operations, aircraft support, and complex programs in high-risk, time-sensitive environments. At AutonOps, he serves as Chief Financial Officer and one of the company's first operational pilots, bringing a rare blend of hands-on mission execution and disciplined financial governance.
During his Air Force career, Josh progressed from tactical aircraft maintenance into senior operational and program leadership roles, supporting global missions and modernization efforts across the F-15, F-16, F-22, F-35, and A-10 platforms. He oversaw worldwide operations and more than $600M in contract portfolios, ensuring safety, readiness, and reliability under demanding operational conditions.
Following his military service, Josh led multiple defense innovation initiatives at Wright Brothers Institute in partnership with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), including the Bomber Supply Chain Initiative and the F-35 Manpower Model. His work focused on translating advanced technology, data analytics, and AI-enabled tools into deployable capabilities that improved operational readiness, cost efficiency, and decision-making.
At AutonOps, Josh is directly involved in flight operations, mission planning, and pilot execution, while also overseeing financial strategy, budgeting, compliance, and risk management. His dual role ensures that AutonOps scales responsibly without compromising safety, operational readiness, or mission effectiveness.
20+
Years Experience
$600M+
Portfolio Managed
5
Aircraft Platforms
AFRL
Partner Experience
Featured Team Member
Jaderic Dawson, M.S.
Co-Founder | Chief Technology Officer | Pilot
Jaderic Dawson is a mechanical engineer, AI architect, and FAA Part 107–certified remote pilot with more than a decade of experience designing and deploying advanced artificial intelligence systems in operational, mission-critical environments. At AutonOps, he serves as Chief Technology Officer and one of the company's original operational pilots, bridging autonomous systems, real-world flight operations, and decision-support technology.
As the founder of KnowlEdge2 AI, Jaderic has led efforts to operationalize knowledge through AI, transforming complex and unstructured data into decision-ready intelligence. His work focuses on GraphRAG architectures, multi-agent orchestration, and explainable AI, ensuring AI systems remain transparent, trustworthy, and effective when supporting time-sensitive operations.
Previously, Jaderic served as the Digital Transformation Lead at AFLCMC, where he guided enterprise AI adoption strategies and partnered with senior leadership under the Department of the Air Force Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer (CDAO) initiative. Earlier in his career, he supported advanced research at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), managing automation, controls, and infrastructure for a $100M experimental research facility.
At AutonOps, Jaderic is directly involved in flight operations as a Part 107 pilot, while leading the development of AI-enabled mission systems that integrate sensor feeds, autonomy, and real-time analytics into the mission control environment. His dual role ensures that AI capabilities are designed with operator input from the start.
10+
Years in AI
$100M
Facility Managed
AFLCMC
Digital Lead
Cornell
AI/ML Training
Specialty
AI/ML
M.S. EngineeringCornell AI/MLFAA Part 107GraphRAG
Service
30+ Years
USMC VeteranFire Captain (Ret.)Emergency Response
Featured Team Member
Matthew B. Sunday
Co-Founder | Chief Operating Officer
Matthew B. Sunday brings more than 30 years of leadership and operational experience across military service, emergency response, and advanced engineering to his role as Chief Operating Officer at AutonOps. His career spans the United States Marine Corps, law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency medical services, where he has consistently led teams operating in high-risk, high-consequence environments with a focus on precision, safety, and mission success.
A retired Fire Captain and former Sergeant of Marines, Matthew has commanded multidisciplinary teams during complex emergency operations and technical initiatives alike. His firsthand experience as a first responder provides AutonOps with a grounded, end-user perspective, ensuring that operational decisions, workflows, and technologies are built to perform reliably when conditions are most demanding.
In addition to his public service, Matthew is the Founder and CEO of The Science and Engineering Corporation, where he leads initiatives bridging advanced technology with real-world operational needs.
30+
Years Experience
USMC
Sergeant (Ret.)
Fire
Captain (Ret.)
CEO
S&E Corp
Our Services
What We Do
We handle the entire drone operation so you can focus on your core mission.
Provide Operators
Professional pilots and mission controllers trained for demanding operational environments. Remote PIC, visual observers, and support personnel as your mission requires.
Supply Equipment
We bring the aircraft, sensors, ground control stations, and support equipment. You don't need to build or maintain a fleet—we handle it.
Execute Missions
From planning through delivery, we manage the entire operation. You define objectives, we execute and deliver results.
Core Principles
Our Values
The principles that guide how we operate and serve our clients.
Safety
Safety is foundational to everything we do. We maintain rigorous protocols and never compromise on operational safety.
Mission Focus
Your objectives drive our operations. We exist to support your mission success, not to showcase technology.
Professionalism
Trained operators, clear communication, and disciplined execution. We represent you in the field.
Reliability
When you need us, we deliver. Consistent performance and dependable execution are non-negotiable.
Enterprise Ready
Government & Enterprise Qualified
AutonOps is structured to work with government agencies and enterprise organizations that require formal contracting relationships and compliance verification.
SAM.gov Registration
Registered for federal contracting opportunities
UEI Number
Unique Entity Identifier for government procurement
Ohio LLP
Formally registered limited liability partnership
Grant Eligible
Positioned for federal grants and programs like Tradewinds
Compliance Ready
Structured for government procurement, grants, and enterprise contracts
Entity Type
LLP
State
Ohio
Established
2025
Status
Active
Workforce Development
Training & Talent Pipeline
We're building a sustainable workforce through partnerships with educational institutions that specialize in aviation and UAV technology.
Sinclair Community College Partnership
Access to certified UAV pilot programs and trained graduates ready for commercial operations.
Pilot Certification Pipeline
Continuous supply of FAA Part 107 certified pilots with professional training.
UAV Mechanics Training
Trained technicians for aircraft maintenance, repair, and field support.
Workforce Growth
Remote Pilots
ScalingMission Controllers
ScalingUAV Technicians
ScalingBased in Ohio
AutonOps LLP is headquartered in Ohio. Our central location allows us to deploy teams efficiently across the region and beyond.
We work with organizations nationwide, providing professional drone operations wherever the mission takes us.
OH
Ohio, United States
Central TimeNationwide Service
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