Remote Sensing Projects Coordinator & Flight Ops

Westwood-Professional-Services; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Remote Sensing Project Coordinator to support the Remote Sensing Project Lead through the full lifecycle of projects.

This office-based role handles RFP reviews, subcontractor coordination, flight releases, work orders, and invoice approvals while assisting with proposal structure and pricing setup. You will review FAA airspace classifications, evaluate technical approaches for new projects, and provide administrative support to the Remote

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative, coordination, or project support experience in remote sensing or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with remote sensing workflows and vendor coordination.
• Experience reviewing invoices and coordinating with subcontractors.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced office.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial review of incoming RFPs and summarize scope, requirements, and dates for the Project Lead.
• Coordinate with aerial and ground subcontractors on flight scheduling, availability, and mobilization logistics.
• Release flights and flight requests in coordination with UAS and production teams.
• Create and manage work orders for internal production staff and subcontractors.
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and agreement with contracted scope.
• Set up basic proposal structure and preliminary pricing for the Project Lead's review and finalization.
• Review FAA airspace classifications and restrictions for planned missions and flag issues prior to acquisition.
• Evaluate and recommend best technical approaches and data collection methods for new project opportunities.
• Support the Remote Sensing Manager and Director of Remote Sensing with administrative tasks and reporting.
• Maintain accurate project, subcontractor, and work order documentation and records.
• Serve as a key point of coordination between Project Leads, subcontractors, and production staff.

Skills

Administrative support

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Vendor/subcontractor coordination

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business administration, geomatics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project tracking software

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Remote Sensing Project Coordinator to support the Remote Sensing Project Lead through the full lifecycle of projects.

This office-based role handles RFP reviews, subcontractor coordination, flight releases, work orders, and invoice approvals while assisting with proposal structure and pricing setup. You will review FAA airspace classifications, evaluate technical approaches for new projects, and provide administrative support to the Remote