Surveyor/Drone Operator (55771)

3B Construction•Bremond, TX

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Job Purpose: - Design flight paths, conduct pre-flight safety checks, and operate drones to capture high-resolution imagery or multispectral data. Establish ground control points and benchmarks using GNSS receivers or total stations to ensure survey-grade accuracy. Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate aircraft.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; an associate's or bachelor's degree in surveying, geomatics, geography, or a related field is preferred.
Previous experience with surveying, GIS, or unmanned aerial mapping.
Ability to work in outdoor environments, navigating construction or remote sites.
Mandatory FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
Proficiency in flight planning software and photogrammetry software.
Understanding of GNSS, surveying principles, and geospatial data.

Nice To Haves

Ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate aircraft, sensors, and peripherals.
Capability to process raw images into actionable deliverables with 3D point clouds and CAD models using software.

Responsibilities

Act as a Pilot-in-Command to capture high-accuracy aerial data using Unmanned Aerial Systems.
Combine field surveying with data processing to produce high-quality deliverables.
Plan missions and set ground control points to ensure precise data collection.
Ensure FAA compliance and adhere to all regulations regarding drone operations.
Produce 3D models, topographic maps, or inspections from collected data.
Navigate and work in outdoor environments, including construction or remote sites.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate aircraft, sensors, and peripherals.
Process raw images into actionable deliverables using 3D point clouds and CAD models.
Utilize flight planning software and photogrammetry software effectively.
Understand and apply GNSS, surveying principles, and geospatial data in operations.