John Casillas
About John Casillas
John Casillas is a Deployment Engineer with extensive experience in unmanned aerial systems and customer success. He has held various leadership roles in the industry, including Director positions at Dow and Airobotics, and has a background in military service as an Infantryman Team Leader.
Work at Skydio
John Casillas has been employed at Skydio as a Deployment Engineer since 2023. In this role, he focuses on the implementation and operational deployment of advanced drone technologies. His responsibilities include ensuring that clients effectively utilize Skydio's products to meet their operational needs. His experience in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) sector supports his contributions to the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Unmanned Aerial Systems
Before joining Skydio, John Casillas held various positions in the unmanned aerial systems industry. He served as Director of Small Unmanned Aerial Systems at Dow from 2014 to 2019, where he established a customer success division. He also worked at Airobotics as Director of Site Operations and contributed to the integration of drone technology across multiple sectors. His experience includes roles at UAV Coach as a UAS Instructor and at Amazon in Flight Test Operations.
Education and Expertise
John Casillas studied Business Administration, Management and Operations at Northeast Mississippi Community College, where he earned an Associate of Science degree from 2012 to 2014. His educational background provides a foundation for his roles in management and operations within the UAS industry. Additionally, he is a licensed private pilot for both helicopters and airplanes, which has influenced his career transition into UAS technology.
Military Background
John Casillas served in the US Army as an Infantryman Team Leader from 2008 to 2012. His military experience has contributed to his leadership skills and operational knowledge, which he has applied throughout his career in various technical and managerial roles in the UAS sector.
Achievements in Customer Success and Integration
Throughout his career, John Casillas has focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. He established a world-class customer success division at a public safety company and orchestrated the integration of sUAS technology at a chemical company. His efforts have contributed to the advancement of drone technology applications across various industries.