Tye Payne is the Program Director of Operations for the Lone Star Unmanned Aerial Systems Center (LSUASC) of Excellence and Innovation, Texas A&M Corpus Christi. He is responsible for the ensuring smooth day-to-day operations for the Test Site while
working extensively with the Chief Pilot and Safety Officer to ensure that all range operations are conducted within the regulations set forth by the FAA. He coordinates with new and returning clients to identify, quantify, and meet all testing requirements. At the Center, he oversees the engineering teams and coordinates their work with the operational requirements of
the clients and pilots while synchronizing with the Business Team and Executive Director to safeguard and guarantee the financial success of the Center moving into the future.