LIDAR Pilot (Drone)
LIDAR Pilot (Drone)
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Job Description
About Us:
Zeitview is the leading intelligent aerial imaging company for high-value infrastructure providing businesses with actionable real-time insights to recover revenue reduce risk and improve build quality. We serve customers in the solar wind insurance construction real estate and critical infrastructure industries. Trusted by the largest enterprises in the world Zeitview is active in over 70 countries. Our mission is to accelerate the global transition to renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure through advanced inspection solutions. Take a look at our latest achievementshere!
About the Role:
The LiDAR Pilot holds a current FAA Part 107 certificate and is responsible for the safe operations of drones while capturing inspection imagery and LIDAR data from Unmanned Aerial Systems (drones) and ground-based sensors for the Geospatial Wind Telecom Utility and Solar verticals at Zeitview Inc. The primary function of this position is to capture accurate actionable data that can be readily analyzed by our in-house software and analyst teams in support of customer requirements. Aspects include remote pilot operations executing flight operations to established performance standards safety and regulatory compliance following company flight operations policies technology development/testing and logistical support. The LiDAR Pilot must be an accomplished professional remote pilot with extensive experience and expertise in at least one of Zeitviews listed vertical markets (Wind Telecom Geospatial Utility and Solar) with a willingness to learn.
Responsibilities:
- Operate drones to collect high-quality remote sensing data for a variety of industries
- Collect Geospatial data using LIDAR and GNSS survey equipmen
- Work cross-functionally and across verticals to oversee and ensure remote pilot regulatory compliance
- Follow Zeitviews standardized workflows and defined safety practices
- Maintain an unwavering commitment to professionalism while representing Zeitview in the field
- Troubleshoot technical issues in the field to ensure uninterrupted data collection.
Qualifications:
- Documented demonstrable experience conducting successful remote sensing operations in at least one of our vertical markets (Geospatial Wind Telecom Utility and Solar) and willingness to develop expertise in the others. Preference given for experience in Geospatial with LiDAR
- Proficiency in operating DJI sUAS systems
- Knowledge of photogrammetry and LiDAR workflows
- Proficiently use GNSS survey equipment to ensure precise data collection
- Understand and implement ground control point concepts to enhance data accuracy.
- Industry recognized Certifications and/or training is required (e.g. FAA Part 107)
- Ability to adapt to different working environments is essential
- Experience with implementing and managing against client Scope of Work (SOW) objectives
- Ability to collaborate with multiple teams and individuals and come to a consensus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to support more than 90% travel domestically with the potential for international travel
- Be able to easily lift 70 lbs
- Be able to sit and stand for long periods of time while working in austere environments
Additional Information: This position may require long hours in the field and occasional weekend work. International travel may be required for specific projects. Safety is our top priority and adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.
Benefits:
- Work with the leading intelligent aerial imaging company with established successful relationships across myriad industries
- Medical insurance covered up to 100% depending the plan chosen
- Dental & vision insurance
- Flexible time off
- Stock incentive program
- Work from home environment
- Autonomy and upward mobility
- Diverse equitable and inclusive culture where your voice matters
Employment Type
Full-Time
