Geospatial Sensor Operator

ABOUT US

Founded in 1866 The Sanborn Map Company Sanborn is one of the oldest continuously operating mapping and geospatial information technology companies in the US Our work is highly visual and our mapped data and applications are an essential part of todays information economy We serve many industries and government departments and need to communicate effectively with them about our wide range of products and services We remain at the forefront of the GIS and photogrammetry industry by offering high quality technologically superior products and services backed by the industrys most experienced staff We are looking for a talented individual to fill this role working in a collaborative environment ready to innovate workflow

The Geospatial Sensor Operator is responsible for the operation of computer managed flight navigation systems GPS Geodetic base stations and a combination of EO sensors Lidar sensors and other related systems The Airborne Sensor operator collects viable data in a timely fashion to meet the company objectives In this role you will need to possess a combination of maturity skill and experience to function safely and effectively as an aircrew member You must have the ability to travel extensively anywhere in North America This is a remote position 95 of the working hours

Prepare field equipment maps logistics and electronic information

Collect survey and remote sensing data using various types of equipment

Maintain and troubleshoot survey and remote sensing equipment

Maintain a collaborative work environment field teams

Download and ship data gathered after mission completion

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

Coordinate with the senior operations personnel to determine if re flights are required

Generate andor review flight plans for data acquisition missions

Prepare post mission flight logs and reports

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

Apply specialized knowledge in using industry and proprietary software to accomplish in office data processing and quality control

Responsible to update quality management procedures on aerial sensor operation when required

Remove and install equipment when required

Ensure to follow these guidelines but are not limited to company operating procedures equipment operating procedures FAA regulations and client specifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or certificate in relevant course of study such as math computer science engineering disciplines or the equivalent work experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel WordGIS software knowledge such as ESRI or QGISOTHER Perform work daily over extended weekly schedules including travel as required

Working independently to perform work without immediate or constant supervision

Working outdoors in a variety of environmental and geographic conditions

Technical savvy to operate troubleshoot and maintain equipment

Valid Drivers License and the ability to travel anywhere in the United States Must be 21 years of age

None

Part time working up to 1600 hours annually

18 24 hourly

Sanborn offers 401k with company match and dental vision and company paid accident and life insurance benefits with the position

We are accepting applications for this position until August 15 2026

Sanborn is an AAVeteran

Disability Equal Opportunity Employer