Drone Operator​/Mapping Technician

Job Title: UAS Mapping Technician (Drone Pilot + Geospatial Processing)

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented UAS Mapping Technician to support drone-based surveying and geospatial analytics for large-scale civil infrastructure projects. This individual will lead flight operations and produce high-quality photogrammetry, mapping, and volumetric deliverables for a huge reservoir project and future geospatial engagements.

This position is ideal for someone experienced in both field operations (drone piloting) and post-processing using industry-standard geospatial tools.

Key Responsibilities

A. Flight Operations (UAS Field Work )

• Plan and execute drone missions for photogrammetry-based mapping

• Operate Wingtra (Gen II or Ray) and/or multirotor platforms

• Ensure safe operation under FAA Part 107 guidelines

• Maintain visual line of sight (VLOS) at all times

• Conduct site assessments and identify flight hazards

• Coordinate flight windows with construction teams and site management

• Maintain UAV logs, batteries, and equipment readiness

B. Photogrammetry & Data Processing

• Process aerial imagery using Wingtra Hub, Pix4D, Agisoft Metashape, or similar

• Generate:

• Orthomosaics

• DSM/DTM terrain models

• Point clouds

• Contour files

• Perform QA/QC checks, including:

• RMSE analysis

• Ground control point verification (GCP or PPK-based)

• Produce volumetric calculations for:

• Cut/fill

• Stockpiles

• Earthwork quantities

C. Geospatial Deliverables

• Prepare and export data into formats used by surveyors and engineers (GeoTIFF, LAS, SHP, DWG, DXF)

• Assemble periodic progress reports for construction oversight

• Assist with integration of datasets into Smart Infra Hub dashboards

• Maintain organized archives of flight data and processed outputs

D. Communication & Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, survey teams, and USACE stakeholders

• Provide clear documentation of workflows, processing steps, and metadata

• Attend occasional field coordination and planning meetings