Job Title:LiDAR Acquisition Specialist/ Trainer sUAS Pilot

Classification:Full Time Salary, Exempt

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 Bonuseligibility and Benefits

Reports to: Field Operations Manager

Date:04-15-2024

Summary:

TheLiDAR Acquisition Specialist will assist with calibrationsand validations of Phoenix LiDAR Systems, as well as research and development projects.The LiDAR Acquisition Specialist will also train new and existing customers toPhoenix LiDAR Standards for Acquisition from multiple platform typesto include traditional crewed aircraft (fixed, rotary wing Aircraft), sUAS, mobileplatforms, (SUV’s, Trucks, and Sedans), and SLAM collection, (Backpack, Handheld).You will ensure timely and accurate communication across the organization andto customers as it relates to training, calibration and validation flights.The LiDAR Acquisition Specialist must also work with other departments asneeded to include order management team, production, software development, postprocessing team, and Engineering. Due to the varied nature of this role, the LiDARAcquisition Specialist must have a wide variety of skills. 

Essential Functions:

·Operate LiDAR from Multiple Platforms (Ground, sUAS, TraditionalAirborne).

·Train Customers, on LiDAR Fundamentals, Acquisitions, and Best Practices. 

·Provide Demo Services to prospective clients.

·Manage a Field Collection Team for Services ranging in Scope.

·Ensure compliance with all company, business, and safety policies.

·Conduct Risk Assessments

·Prepare and evaluate all metrics weekly.

Supervisory responsibilities: N/A

Work Environment: Primarily in office/field setting.

Physical Demands: Extended periods of sitting orstanding and computer use, Carrying or lifting 70 lbs. for short periods oftime, Driving Long Distances, working around or onboard Crewed Aircraft,Working in Extreme Temperatures for an extended period of time.

Position Type and expectedschedule: Full time, On-Site, 8:30am-5:30pm, Monday - Friday 

Required Travel: 25-50% Expected will fluctuate basedoff season and demand.

Disclaimer:

Requirements

Competencies:

·Flight planning, andField Operations Management

·Training, and Presentingto a varied client base.

·Ability to understandinterrelated processes between different apps, and software platforms.

·Intermediate proficiencyin Google Workspace Applications

·Crew Resource Management(CRM)

·Critical Thinking andability to analyze and solve problems.

·Analytical thinker withstrong conceptual and problem-solving skills

·Meticulous attention todetail with superb organizational skills

·Ability to workindependently, or as part of a team.

·Basic understanding ofsurvey control and equipment

Requirements:

·Minimum of 3 years LiDARAcquisition Experience

·Part 107 Certificate

·Able to lift and carryup to 70 lbs. for short periods of time.

·4 Year degree or equivalentexperience Degree is not required.

·Drivers License, andClean Driving Record

PreferredEducation and experience:

·Five (5) or more years’experience

·Bachelor’s degree inapplicable field 

·Project ManagementExperience

·Experience working witha small entrepreneurial company.

Benefits

Whatyou will love:

·Collaborating with a diverse, dynamic and close-knit team

·Our competitive Health and Benefits package

·401K Match

·Bonus Eligibility

·Holiday and Paid Time Off (PTO) 

Affirmative action plan/EqualEmployment Opportunity (AAP/EEO):