Survey Pilot II

Bowman Consulting Group, Ltd.•Chesterfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bowman has an opportunity for a Survey Pilot II to join our team in Chesterfield, MO. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. The Survey Pilot II plans, prepares, and executes aerial photography/data acquisition missions utilizing single-engine and/or twin-engine aircraft in a safe manner that ensures the highest product quality. Key responsibilities include attaining imagery and data to meet project specifications efficiently without the need for re-flight or additional production effort required due to quality or accuracy deficiencies.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required, Associates degree in Aviation or related field preferred.
Valid Pilot’s certificate (Commercial, Instrument, and Multi-Engine), High Performance endorsements.
Current 1st or 2nd Class Medical certification required.
CFI or CFI II preferred.
1500+ flight hours required, 2500+ flight hours; 500+ hours multi-engine as PIC preferred.
Valid Driver’s License (with safe driving record) and Passport (or ability to obtain one within three months of hire).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and experience using computers and managing files, including data uploads.
Cell phone with texting capabilities.
Personal Credit Card with $3,000 available credit to procure commercial flights, hotel, meals, and rental cars. Weekly reimbursement is made upon submission of expense report.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in Aviation or related field preferred.
CFI or CFI II preferred.
2500+ flight hours; 500+ hours multi-engine as PIC preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives guidance from Flight Instructor and/or Director of Pilot Operations for aircraft performance, flight safety, and air traffic control issues.
Engage in periodic training sessions to maintain and enhance piloting skills and knowledge.
Contribute insights and suggestions for updates to the Flight Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures.
Obtain project specifications and maps to fully understand mission requirements.
Conduct thorough pre-flight checks, alerting the Director of Maintenance to any irregularities.
Liaise with air traffic control (ATC), Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON), Military, and Special Use Airspace authorities to secure airspace access.
Confirm all mission-critical supplies and documents are onboard in collaboration with the Aerial Acquisition Specialist.
Actively participate in daily meetings to strategize and determine mission details, including aircraft relocation logistics.
Operate the aircraft adhering to Federal Aviation Regulations, Flight Operations Manual, STCs, SOPs, and company policies.
Continuously assess weather conditions and coordinate with Flight Operations to maximize data acquisition potential.
Ensure the aircraft is safely secured after the mission, conducting post-flight inspections and necessary equipment adjustments.
Manage fueling and loading, executing weight and balance calculations to ensure operational safety standards are met.
Utilize the Company’s multi-service credit card responsibly for fuel, minor repairs, and hangar fees, ensuring all receipts are submitted.
Diligently maintain personal and aircraft flight logs, as well as approve flight reports to uphold company records.
Organize travel essentials including rental vehicles, hotels, and airline reservations, submitting detailed and accurate expense reports.
Confirm the availability and adequacy of maintenance facilities and hangar space at base airports.