John Doerr
About John Doerr
John Doerr is the UAS Operations Lead at Sentera, with over 80 hours of commercial flight experience as a FAA-licensed Part 107 UAS pilot. He has a background in aviation planning and has surveyed over 2,000 acres using unmanned aircraft systems.
Work at Sentera
John Doerr currently serves as the UAS Operations Lead at Sentera, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing unmanned aircraft systems operations, contributing to the company's initiatives in precision agriculture and data collection. His work is based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, where he applies his extensive experience in UAS technology and aviation planning.
Education and Expertise
John Doerr earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation/Airway Management and Operations from the Florida Institute of Technology, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in creating Airport Layout Plans and Exhibit ‘A’ Property Maps, essential skills in aviation planning and operations.
Background in Aviation Planning
John Doerr has a diverse background in aviation planning, having worked at AECOM as an Airport Planner II for five months in 2019 and as an Airport Planner from 2016 to 2019. He also served as an Aviation Planner/UAS Pilot at TKDA from 2019 to 2022, where he led the drone operations group and surveyed over 2,000 acres using unmanned aircraft systems.
Previous Experience in the Aviation Industry
Before his current role, John Doerr gained valuable experience as an Inflight Intern at Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. for three months in 2015. He also worked as a Resident Assistant at the Florida Institute of Technology from 2014 to 2015, where he developed skills in leadership and support within an academic environment.
UAS Pilot Qualifications
John Doerr holds FAA licensure as a Part 107 UAS pilot, with over 80 hours of commercial flight time. His qualifications enable him to operate unmanned aircraft systems professionally, contributing to various projects in the aviation and surveying sectors.