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dynamicaviation

Aerial Survey Captain

Bridgewater, VA

$27 - $33.50/hr

We are currently looking for Captains to travel extensively, provide safe and professional short notice, on-demand, aerial surveying operations in Beechcraft King Air 90 or King Air 200 aircraft.

Dynamic Aviation

Aerial Survey Captain

Bridgewater, VA · On-site

$27 - $33.50/hr

We are currently looking for Captains to travel extensively, provide safe and professional short notice, on-demand, aerial surveying operations in Beechcraft King Air 90 or King Air 200 aircraft.

Vexcel

Aerial Sensor Operator

Frederick, MD · On-site

Frederick, MD Keystone Aerial Surveys, Inc., part of the Vexcel Imaging family, is seeking an Aerial Sensor Operator to join our aerial data collection team. If you are curious about aviation, enjoy ...

Fives-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Baton Rouge, LA

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

Five-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

Fives-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Lafayette, LA

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

Five-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

Five-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Lafayette, LA · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

Five-S Group

Survey Drone Pilot

Lafayette, LA · On-site

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Survey Drone Pilot to operate UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) for surveying and mapping projects. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting ...

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How much do aerial survey jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for aerial survey in the United States is $31.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $36.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an aerial survey?

An Aerial Survey job involves capturing data, images, or video from aircraft, drones, or other aerial platforms to analyze landscapes, infrastructure, or environmental conditions. Professionals in this field use specialized cameras, sensors, and GPS technology to collect accurate geographic and spatial data. This information is used for mapping, land assessment, construction planning, and environmental monitoring. Aerial surveyors work in industries such as agriculture, real estate, forestry, and government agencies. The job requires strong technical skills, knowledge of GIS software, and sometimes a pilot or drone operator certification.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the aerial survey position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Aerial Survey role, you need a solid understanding of geospatial data collection, strong analytical skills, and a relevant background in fields like geography, engineering, or environmental science. Experience using drones, GPS technology, remote sensing equipment, GIS software, and often a UAV pilot certification are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this position. These competencies ensure accurate data collection, team safety, and effective project delivery in a variety of outdoor and technical settings.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in an aerial survey position?

A typical day in an Aerial Survey role involves preparing and calibrating survey equipment, operating drones or manned aircraft to capture geospatial data, and processing that data using specialized mapping software. You will often be working both in the field, sometimes in remote locations, and in an office environment analyzing and compiling survey results. Collaboration with cartographers, engineers, or environmental scientists is common to ensure the data meets project requirements. Attention to weather conditions, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance are also integral parts of the daily workflow.

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Infographic showing various Aerial Survey job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,602 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Head of Aerial Survey

Medici Land Governance

Salt Lake City, UT

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Job Description: Medici Land Governance is looking for a senior manager with strong expertise in aerial survey and substantial experience successfully executing large environmental and resource mapping projects using the latest drone and sensor technologies across an array of international settings.

You will build a new Aerial Survey team, manage, and grow the company’s fleet of commercial drones and survey crews while outfitting and upgrading sensor investments including compact LIDAR, magnetometer, gradiometer, and other technologies. This new division will be responsible for executing an array of projects on behalf of Medici’s government and aid agency customer base who require services such as measuring carbon footprints/forest offsets, legal and illegal logging activity, hydrological resources, and monitoring of both surface and subsurface mineral deposits. Additionally, the new survey team will support Medici’s ongoing international systematic land titling projects which rely on high-resolution aerial imagery to produce vectored data sets.
What You Will Do: Build and lead MLG’s new Aerial Survey division
Manage, and grow the company’s fleet of commercial drones and survey crews
Outfit and upgrade MLG’s sensor inventory including compact LIDAR, magnetometer, gradiometer, and other technologiesExecute an array of projects on behalf of Medici’s government and aid agency customer base
Interface with GIS and Operational teamsWhat You Should Have: Bachelor's Degree in Geomatics or related field10 years of relevant contract experience, ideally with foreign governments and aid institutions
7 years of experience building and managing teams
4 years of senior leadership in an operations role
Proven success orchestrating large-scale (10K Km2+) aerial data capture projects from contracting through final delivery and acceptance
Experience deploying multiple collection platforms (i.e. manned and unmanned)
Experience deploying multiple sensor systems (LIDAR, gravity, magnetic, etc.)Proven ability to QA/QC final data products including deep familiarity with proper ground control and post-processing best practices
Record of applying for and obtaining flight permissions from foreign civil & military aviation authorities
Ability and willingness to travel to ensure execution successWhat We Offer:Flexible work schedulesComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits (company paid up to 89% of premiums)401(k) Retirement Plan (6% company match)Life Insurance (company paid)Short/Long Term Disability (company paid)Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (company paid)Supplemental & Voluntary PlansCommuter BenefitsFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Legal & Financial Protection*Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election Additional Information: Equal Employment Opportunity:It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and associates. This policy includes our commitment to ensure that all employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status (including Vietnam era veterans), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other non-job-related characteristic protected by law.

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