Unmanned Aerial System Specialist 1

Job Title: Unmanned Aerial System Specialist 1

Location: Saint Charles, MO

Contract duration: 12-month contract, possibility of extension or conversion

Description
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The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Specialist I is responsible for executing UAS data capture flights, accurate and complete post-flight processing of sensed data, and disseminating and storage of remotely sensed data

• Meet deadlines and due date requirements for flight activities and data delivery schedules, including the ability to safely and effectively gather data for expected number of distribution poles per requirements, understand and deliver data related to transmission reliability inspections. Perform all required UAV missions as per mission requirements.
• Operate to mission standards, all other inspection equipment, including but not limited to survey systems, ground based 3D Scanning devices, handheld infrared/corona devices and other cameras.
• Ensure collected data is stored and maintained at the organizational level and dispersed to the appropriate groups while maintaining data security protocols.
• Perform UAS work management activities including job tracking and UAV Maintenance.
• Perform data gathering and processing procedures related to Infrared (IR) data capture.
• Read and interpret mobile mapping applications such as ArcGIS Collector and Apple Maps to assist in mission strategy planning.
• Keep up to date with the latest federal/state and local regulations surrounding UAS operations and comply with the client policy and all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Consistently make good and strong decisions for yourself that are in-line with the client and department level goals to achieve success in existing projects and proofs-of-concept.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in UAS, GIS, Robotics,
• Engineering or a related field required.
• One year of relevant experience in Utility UAS operations or related field required.
• Part 107 Certification required. Experience with UAVs required.

• Broad and expert understanding of computer and IT concepts preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and technical components required.
• Proven analytical skills. Ability to make sound decisions with ambiguous information.
• High level of organizational skills.
• Be a creative self-starter with strong interpersonal skills - able to work effectively as a team and with various stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation, written and verbal.
• High-level understanding of UAV-related technology and Information Technology practices and an expert level understanding of UAS field operations.

Do you now or in the future require sponsorship (e.g. H-1B)? Y/N

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