Mobile Systems Operator

Essential Position Functions

• Adhere to strict safety standards and enforce consistent data collection procedures.
• Safely drive standard pick-up or sport-utility (SUV) vehicle in urban, rural, and unfamiliar environments.
• Safely operate sUAS equipment as a remote-pilot-in-control (RPIC) in urban, rural, and unfamiliar environments.
• Mount, configure, operate, and monitor mobile mapping system, 360° panoramic camera, GPS equipment, and related system hardware supporting daily data collection operations.
• Download, organize, and post-process raw sensor data; digitally transfer or physically ship project source data sets (ex. point cloud, imagery, GPS, etc.) to data processing center for the production of project data deliverables.
• Record and maintain daily operations log, prepare activity/incident reports, pre-flight checklists, job safety analysis reports and other required paperwork following daily data collection operations.
• Perform quality control activities of system (source) data streams; provide feedback to data processing center.
• Troubleshoot mobile mapping system issues, errors, and data inconsistencies; coordinate solutions and system fixes with in-house technical staff and/or hardware vendor’s technical support team.
• Assist in the removal, repair, and installation of the mobile mapping system on data collection vehicles.
• Other duties as required.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Geography, Geomatics, GIS, or similar discipline preferred.
• Background with field surveying or mapping operations preferred.
• Experience using GIS software and/or online mapping applications to support vehicle navigation and route planning activities.
• Familiarity with geospatial data, GPS hardware, and related software applications.
• Strong computer and technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS or AutoCAD.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Solid time management skills, ability to multi-task, and optimize daily data collection operations.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work well with team members and contribute to successful project objectives.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communications skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Able to assess local weather conditions for planning and execution of daily data capture operations.
• Must hold valid US driver's license with clean driving history.
• Must hold a valid and current FAA 14 CFR Part 107 License (Remote pilot certification)
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to safely lift 60-70 lbs.
• Ability to handle long distances flying a UAV, driving a vehicle, or riding as a passenger without getting motion sickness to a degree where it would inhibit job performance.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, et al.

Work Environment

• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.