UAS Flight Acquisition Manager - NV5
San Diego, CA 92128
About the Job
The UAS Flight Acquisition Manager will oversee multiple teams that are deployed throughout North America, and have responsibility for UAS remote sensing physical assets (sensors, aircraft, vehicles, and survey equipment).
Work Environment:
- Location: NV5 Geospatial Office San Diego, CA
- Potential travel up 20% of the time
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.
At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.
Responsibilities:
% of Time | Primary Accountabilities |
20% | OPERATIONAL · Performs coordination for all acquisition efforts assigned. · Oversight of staff assignments including scheduling, reports, and reviews. · Develop and prioritize a schedule for projects in consultation with Project Managers, Flight Operations Manager, and Director of Flight Operations. · Schedule assets to cover the production schedule. · Mission planning includes reviewing job specifications, weather interpretation, ground support coordination, onsite project coordination and client coordination. · Work daily with all Flight Department staff to determine mission priorities. · Maintain operational control of the aircraft monitoring mission plan, departure, and arrival times · Manage equipment shipping to and from project sites. |
30% | PROJECT MANAGEMENT · Maintain project management software as it relates to acquisition efforts. · Responsible for notification of project status or completion to Account Managers, Project Managers and Director of Data Aerial Operations. · Create flight plans and develop project plans in support of estimating. · Create and update Project Tracking documents and Flight Backlog |
30% | PROJECT SUPPORT · Acquire data as a crew member. · Assist with sensor installation and removal from the aircraft as needed. · Provide remote technical support as needed. |
10% | POLICIES/PROCEDURES · Develop process and procedures as assigned. · Assist in development and adherence to the Flight Department budget including creating and submitting Asset Requests and Purchase Orders |
10% | SAFETY/COMPLIANCE · Manage pilot training program and regulatory compliance. · Manage aircraft maintenance tracking · Develop and maintain a corporate culture emphasizing safety as our number one priority. · Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to our business. Maintain Operational Control of the aircraft. |
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years progressive experience in aviation or UAS and remote sensing technology
- Understanding of geospatial concepts and survey methods
- FAA Part 107 rating or equivalent training
- Valid driver’s license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree
Required Skills:
- Attention to detail
- Self-motivated
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
- CPR & First Aid
- Ability to travel up to 20%
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 pounds.
- Outside flight operations, exposure to the cold and heat, elements of the seasons
The pay range for this California position is $79,040- $93,600 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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