Topographic Aerial Sensor Operator

Woolpert

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Woolpert is hiring a Topographic Aerial Sensor Operator to join its Aerial Acquisitions team based out of the Dayton office. The position reports to the Geospatial Team Leader and is responsible for operating sensors and reporting for airborne mapping missions. The role requires willingness to travel on a rotating schedule of 21 days on and 14 days off, with domestic and international travel required. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or two years of related experience.
Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Ability and willingness to travel moderately to extensively, domestically and possibly internationally.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Above-average Microsoft Office skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills for internal and external relationships.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to offer constructive feedback and direction in support of goals.
Ability to adapt and respond quickly to industry changes and internal initiatives.

Nice To Haves

A degree in GIS, geography, or a related discipline.
Knowledge of ESRI software, ArcGIS, Leica FlightPro, and/or TerraSolid.
Experience operating Leica Terrain Mapper, ADS 100, and DMC.

Responsibilities

Participate in ground and flight operations as needed, including mission planning, execution, briefings, debriefings, communications, and safety.
Ensure collected data meets accuracy and quality requirements.
Understand the collection of tactical and wide-area mapping data.
Comply with governing regulations and established operating procedures and practices.
Download, edit, and troubleshoot collected sensor data in the field.
Set up and operate ground GPS base stations and conduct flight planning.

Benefits

Freedom to Work program, allowing employees to set their schedule and location as appropriate.
Opportunity to become an owner of the firm through the Principal program.
Flexible paid time off and vacation.
Career development and learning opportunities.
Health insurance.
Life insurance.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
Paid sick time.
Retirement plan.
Fitness reimbursement.
Pet insurance.
Identity protection.
Technology stipend.
Employee assistance program.