Job Description

While deployed in the field, the airborne sensor operator is responsible for operating airborne remote sensors or cameras to collect data. In addition, the operator is responsible for setting up ground-based GPS stations and downloading and shipping data and film. While in the office, the operator is responsible for QC of data or other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

While deployed, operate airborne remote sensors or cameras to collect data

While deployed, set up aground-based GPS station

While deployed, download and ship data or film gathered after mission completion

While in the office, perform QC of data sets

Generate and/or review flight plants for data acquisition missions. Prepare post-mission flight logs and reports

Assist Aerial Survey Pilot in exercising professional judgment at the job site in determining conditions and procedures under which data collection will be performed

Perform initial quality assessment in the field to assure data meets client specifications.

Coordinate with Aviation Manager to determine if re-flights are required

Have a fundamental knowledge of computer operations and the aptitude to operate high-tech sensors during flight as well as data processing software in theoffice or hotel room

Be willing to travel up to extensively, for long periods, with minimal notice

Can make independent decisions in an environment with little or no direct supervision

Perform operational duties associated with the acquisition of airborne LiDAR and imagery (airborne LiDAR and camera system operation)

Coordinate flying missions with the survey pilot or aircraft provider

Quality control of acquired data

Carry out flight planning duties for operations

Technical qualifications in LiDAR and camera systems and/or spatial science and/or photography

Comfortable operating in unpressurised light aircraft at various altitudes for extended periods

Operating knowledge of aerial survey sensors and flight planning software

Advanced computer skills with an emphasis on MS based software

Qualifications

B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech - Geoinformatics / Remote Sensing

1+ years relevant experience (desired