UAS Visual Observer

Operations - Remote

Job description

Role: (Drone) Sensor Operator / Visual Observer

Location: California (San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Fresno)

Salary: Competitive (based on experience) + productivity incentives

Status: Hourly, Permanent

Additional Benefits:

Access to health and dental coverage,
401k matching,
Paid training opportunities,
Planet Fitness Black Card Membership,
Safety boot allowance and,
Others.

AeroVision Global Corp. is a US-based company backed by over 10 years of drone industry experience and decades more in combined aviation knowledge and expertise. Most of our clients are critical infrastructure and high-value asset owners/operators, top-rated engineering firms, public safety/1st responders, and various levels of government. We have always worked to support their complex operational needs by providing exceptionally high standards of flight safety, professionalism, and data quality. With a Canadian head office located in Nova Scotia, Canada, we launched AVG to manage all of our US operations (based out of California, USA). We’re looking for staff who share our passion for the industry, can tackle problems with solutions, think on their feet, and support our rapid growth. We’re committed to ensuring an equal-opportunity workplace with growth opportunities and a place where no one feels like “just another employee number.”

POSITION SUMMARY

The Sensor Operator/Visual Observer plays a critical supporting role in the flight operations team. Your daily function may include sensor operation while the pilot conducts the flight profile, as well as airspace scanning and UAS situational awareness support for the pilot. You may also be involved in data quality checks post-mission and data transfer to the company's servers. Responsibilities listed in Title 14, C.F.R. Part 107, company and customer standard operating procedures, and Safety Management Systems (SMS) are all to be complied with as part of the position requirements. You'll be provided with PPE, safety gear, and all other kit necessary for you to execute your role in the flight operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:

Maintain a working knowledge and compliance with all FAA Part 107 regulations as outlined in the Federal Aviation Regulations and Airman Information Manual,
Comply with company and customer standard operating procedures and safety management system (SMS) requirements,
Perform airspace and ground hazard scanning for the pilot to ensure safety in flight,
Perform sensor operation and other camera control functions,
Actively participate in risk assessments pre-mission,
Be respectful and responsive to the needs of the public and protection of the environment,
Help to ensure all equipment is airworthy in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and company requirements,
Support image quality checks before final transfer to project leads.
Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

Valid and current Part 107 certificate is strongly preferred as it may allow for a quicker transition into a pilot role,
Valid Drivers license and clean DMV report,
The ability to pass a background security clearance check is a strong asset,
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3),.
Working knowledge of photography and the ability to detect and correct quality issues on the fly,
Experience with DJI systems such as Mavic 3E, M30(T), M300, M350,
Highly computer literate with knowledge of MS 365, G-Suite, Adobe PDF, and browser-based data transfer methods such as FTP sites and Filezilla,
Experience dealing with logistical challenges when working abroad.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Due to scheduling demands, you must be able to work weekends as needed (advanced notice will be given)
Able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions and traverse uneven ground and varying terrain (Frequently)
This position is field-oriented, with >90% travel and frequent relocations.
Required to sit, stand, and drive for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a drone controller, computer keyboard and telephone (frequently).