Andy Braden

Andy Braden is an experienced UAS Engineer and Pilot currently working at Leading Edge Aerial Technologies since March 2023. Prior to this role, Andy served as a Supplemental UAS Instructor and Video Editor at Northwestern Michigan College from January 2022 to December 2022. From July 2020 to September 2022, Andy was the Lead Photographer at Next Door Photos in Traverse City. Short-term contributions as a Map Contributor for Hivemapper in March 2021 included 3D/2D mapping of the LG Chem building in Holland, MI, utilizing drone technology. Andy also gained valuable experience as an IT Technician Assistant at Bangor Township Schools from June 2018 to August 2020. Educationally, Andy holds an Associate degree in Engineering Technology with a focus on Unmanned Aerial Systems from Northwestern Michigan College, completed in December 2022, and had earlier studies at Delta College from August 2019 to May 2020.