Job Title: UAS Crewman (Intermediate Level)
Location: Fairfax County, Virginia
Position Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 2-3 Years
Salary: $35-$46/hr
Job Description:
The UAS Crewman will support unmanned aerial system (UAS) operations by performing flight planning, setting up ground control targets, processing imagery, and creating various 2D and 3D products. This role involves handling site-related issues, ensuring safety compliance, and generating accuracy reports for finished products.
Key Responsibilities:
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Flight Planning: Assist in planning and preparing for UAS flights for both 2D and 3D imagery projects, ensuring all operational requirements are met.
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Ground Control Setup: Set up and calibrate physical ground control targets to enhance the precision of imagery and data collection.
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Imagery Processing: Process collected imagery to create 2D and 3D products, including image mosaics, elevation models, 3D mesh, and point clouds.
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Accuracy Reporting: Generate accuracy reports for finished products to ensure they meet project specifications and quality standards.
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Site Management: Address and resolve site-related issues that may arise during flight operations or data collection.
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Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety regulations and guidelines related to UAS operations and site management.
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Operational Support: Provide support to the UAS team in various operational tasks, including equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Qualifications:
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Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in UAS operations or related fields preferred.
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Experience: 2-3 years of experience in UAS operations or a similar role, with a solid understanding of flight planning, imagery processing, and data analysis.
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Skills: Proficiency in flight planning, setting up ground control targets, and processing imagery to produce 2D and 3D products. Familiarity with UAS software and tools is essential.
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Technical Knowledge: Experience with image mosaic creation, elevation modeling, 3D mesh generation, and point cloud processing.
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Safety: Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices related to UAS operations and site management.
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Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills to handle site-related issues effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Certifications: Relevant certifications in UAS operations or advanced imagery processing.
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Software Proficiency: Experience with UAS flight planning and imagery processing software.
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Experience: Previous experience managing site-related issues and ensuring safety compliance during UAS operations.
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