Senior LiDAR UAS Pilot - Hybrid, Field Deployments

All Aviation Jobs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) savings plan

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development support

Incentive compensation

Job summary

GFT is seeking an Advanced LiDAR UAS Pilot to join our Reality Capture Team in a hybrid role, with offices in multiple states and national project scope. You will fly high-end LiDAR-equipped drones, collect data on infrastructure projects, and help scale UAS operations nationwide.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years with Harris Aerial/Freefly/Riegl systems, FAA Part 107, and a degree. Expect travel up to 50% and participation in a growing, multi-disciplinary team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional LiDAR/UAS experience with Harris Aerial and/or Freefly platforms.
• FAA Part 107 license required.
• AA degree or BS from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of drone mapping software and data processing.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Collect top quality LiDAR data for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Develop flight plans, check NOTAMs, weather and airspace integration.
• Perform equipment setup, maintenance and troubleshooting in the field.
• Data processing and feature extraction from collected data.
• Assist in developing and administering a structured UAS training program.
• Establish survey-grade control for sUAS projects using GNSS.

Skills

LiDAR UAS piloting

FAA Part 107 licensed

Drone mapping software

Field operations

Travel 50%

Education

AA or BS degree

Tools

Harris Aerial LiDAR

Freefly drones

Riegl LiDAR Systems

Job description

GFT is seeking an Advanced LiDAR UAS Pilot to join our Reality Capture Team in a hybrid role, with offices in multiple states and national project scope. You will fly high-end LiDAR-equipped drones, collect data on infrastructure projects, and help scale UAS operations nationwide.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years with Harris Aerial/Freefly/Riegl systems, FAA Part 107, and a degree. Expect travel up to 50% and participation in a growing, multi-disciplinary team.