WarrenUAS, the drone training program of Warren Community College, has brought on Ed Celiano, former NJUASTS Executive Director, as a consultant and instructor to focus on large UAS integration.
Celiano's background involves supplying intelligence surveillance systems to the DoD before joining WarrenUAS for research in areas like disaster response and critical infrastructure inspections.
This move is seen as significant growth for WarrenUAS and a strategic advancement in unmanned systems training, as stated by Warren President Will Austin.
Celiano's extensive experience includes overseeing military UAS flights nationwide, enhancing safe UAS integration into the airspace.
Before drones, Celiano managed a technology incubation center at Drexel University and worked in military electronics warfare.
The addition of Celiano aims to enhance WarrenUAS's capability to train students in sophisticated UAS operations, building on their FAA certifications.
WarrenUAS has acquired substantial UAS technology and experienced instructors for diverse training fields and advanced research.
Celiano's partnership with WarrenUAS is seen as a unique opportunity to bridge academic learning with industry demands in the booming drone sector.
Dr. Will and WarrenUAS feel fortunate to have Celiano join, providing students exposure to complex UAS equipment in compliance with FAA regulations.
Celiano expressed excitement to contribute his wide-ranging experience to WarrenUAS's growth in the dynamic drone industry.