Entry Level Aerial Mapping Pilot Jobs in Florida

GPI Geospatial is seeking an Aerial Sensor Operator to conduct data acquisition of both high-resolution imagery and LiDAR from our aircraft, which is based at our office in Orlando, FL. This individual must be able to work independently and in a team setting. The ideal candidate is self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities as well as verbal and written communication skills. There is an opportunity for career development within the company. All relevant experience levels will be considered.

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GPI Geospatialis a premier mapping firm for Transportation, Energy, Planning, Design, Construction, and Land Development throughout North America. Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of precision mapping, imagery, LiDAR, and land surveying services. We are part ofGPI, a multi-discipline engineering firm that has been providing planning, design, and construction services for transportation infrastructure and building system projects throughout the United States for over 50 years. Ranked in the Top 100 Firms by Engineering News-Record, GPI is a forward-thinking, innovative firm with a culture that is committed to excellence and fosters staff empowerment. For more information, visit: www.gpinet.com

Responsibilities:

• Perform a pre/post-flight inspection of the sensors
• Oversee and performs routine maintenance of aerial mapping systems
• Safety-minded aircraft operation adhering to FAA and company safety guidelines
• Timely completion of necessary fight logs and data transfer duties
• Maintain mission and personal readiness always for deployment
• Coordinates with pilot and Acquisition Managers for project assignments
• Collaborate with other flight crews on mission efficiency and effective operations
• Acquire airborne data using LiDAR and/or digital multi-spectral imagery from our aircraft
• Understand and communicate the capabilities and limitations of the sensor and system
• Coordinate with system operators, pilots, management, and other third parties as required to accomplish the collection missions
• Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment and instrumentation
• Coordinate with system manufacturers to troubleshoot field-related issues
• Provided pilot with project information for imagery/LiDAR collection of specific targets and determined optimal sensor settings
• Coordinates with data management on all projects regarding mission statistics
• Provided guidance and information to pilots and otherwise assist with mission planning, field operations, and debriefing

Qualifications:

• Must have at least an H.S. Diploma
• No experience necessary, but prior aerial survey and/or flight operation experience very helpful
• Computer system knowledge and networking is helpful
• Willingness to travel up to 65%
• Fly mapping missions up to 5.5 continuous hours. Multiple daily flights possible with an hour rest between
• Work during early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and possibly holidays
• Deployed for extended periods for larger missions
• Non-pressurized flight operations, exposure to the cold and heat, elements of the seasons, and turbulence
• Participation in significant physical lifting, pushing, and pulling activities related to aircraft loading and unloading