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Staffingine LLC

Drone Data Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

AIML analytics pipelines * Handle authentication access control rate limits and API lifecycle ... Core Technical Skills * 810 years of experience in drone systems robotics or aerial data platforms

TSMG

Drone Pilot

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Dallas, TX · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Chicago, IL · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

New York, NY

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Dallas, TX · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Seattle, WA · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Miami, FL · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Seattle, WA · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Chicago, IL · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

Accel Talent Group

Sensor Operator

Richmond, VA · On-site

$22/hr

Familiarity with aerial sensors and data collection technologies. * Ability to work in a confined aircraft for extended periods (3-5 hours per flight). * Strong technical and analytical skills, with ...

LPL Solar

GA · On-site

... analysis, and verification of completed work. * Support grading operations by providing accurate surface data and comparing existing conditions against design surfaces. * Provide survey and aerial ...

Accel Talent Group

Sensor Operator

Richmond, VA · On-site

$22/hr

Familiarity with aerial sensors and data collection technologies. * Ability to work in a confined aircraft for extended periods (3-5 hours per flight). * Strong technical and analytical skills, with ...

TSMG

Drone Pilot

New York, NY · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Drone Pilot

Miami, FL · On-site

Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data for reporting and project needs. * Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met. * Maintain detailed records of flights, including time ...

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Aerial Sensor System Operator

Red Bluff, CA • On-site

Sharper Shape
Software Development • 51 - 200 employees
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$35/hr

Full-time

Medical

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description


Aerial Sensor System Operator
Part-Time - Temporary
Sharper Shape, a leader in aerial remote sensing data collection and processing, is looking for adventurous and technically savvy people to operate a complex optical, LiDAR, and hyper-spectral sensor system on helicopters.
The successful candidate will have:
  • An iron constitution that isn't prone to motion sickness
  • Ability to operate complex computer software systems
  • Strong communication skills even in noisy and chaotic environments
  • Be willing to travel extensively
  • Bonus: Experience with LiDAR and high-end aerial camera systems

The Aerial Sensor System Operator will play a key role infield operations performing aerial data collection, sensor installations, pre-flight/post-flight inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and data quality assurance. This is a field-based position requiring extensive travel by helicopter while simultaneously collecting ultra-high-resolution photographs, LiDAR and Hyperspectral data. This position will last for approximately 5 months with operations located primarily in California.
Responsibilities:
  • Perform daily flight planning for collection operations
  • Work in helicopters to capture aerial data around the electric utility grid
  • Operate a complex aerial multi-sensor system including EO, LiDAR and Hyperspectral sensors
  • Continuously monitor the system's performance and the quality of the data being collected
  • Manage large datasets and accurately transfer data assets from the sensor system to the post-processing team
  • Create daily reports to document the progress of flight operations
  • Routine maintenance and troubleshooting of the sensor system
  • Assist with uninstalling and re-installing the system as needed to accommodate the helicopter maintenance schedule
  • Consolidate, validate, and upload data collected

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite, Google Earth, and basic GPS analysis software
  • Strong computer skills and ability to manage massive data sets
  • Ability to quickly learn new hardware and software systems
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Demonstrated ability to think clearly and stay calm in highly stressful situations

Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working in and around helicopters as a Crew Chief, Pilot or Mechanic
  • Prior experience as an Airborne Sensor Operator
  • Experience working in and around busy flight lines
  • Experience operating ground or airborne LiDAR sensors
  • Knowledge of aerial survey technologies and aerial sensor systems, ideally as they relate to electric utility system inspections
  • Experience with maintaining, installing and troubleshooting airborne sensors

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolong periods of sitting in the back of a helicopter while looking at screens
  • Ability to work long days in extreme weather conditions, early mornings or late evenings
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time
  • Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required while working in and around aircraft

Anticipated project dates run August 1st through October 31st, subject to change. Position is hourly and eligible for overtime. The typical work week is anticipated to be 40 hours. Position pays $35 - $45 per hour, depending on experience. This position is not eligible for company provided benefits. Candidate must provide evidence of health insurance and Worker's Comp. Employment offers are subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.

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