RPAS Surveyor - Vancouver, BC
Summary
This is a great career opportunity for a motivated individual with proven success in adaptability and productivity who loves the outdoors and is looking to gain hands-on experience with the guidance of a senior Survey Technologist to further develop project management and technical skills.
If you’re a quick and engaged learner looking for a collaborative team, have strong communication skills and a respect for meeting timelines and you’re keen to learn about drone technology in a role that combines office and field work, this might be the perfect fit. This is a unique opportunity to exercise your skills as a UAV/drone pilot or, if you’re not currently licensed, we can support the process.
Key Responsibilities
- Create aerial mapping projects using and optimizing the latest LiDAR, imaging, and magnetometer payloads for RPAS systems
- Use a variety of GNSS systems to undertake Static, RTK, and PPK control and topographical surveys
- Leverage existing field experience and surveying knowledge to solve problems in the field and assess dataset quality
- Establish project scope, budget and schedule, and other project or client expectations
- Lead survey crews on projects; communicate scope and scheduling information to crew members
- Liaise with both internal and external Project Managers and clients
- Manage information flow from field to final deliverables
- Ensure quality assurance procedures are carried out for fieldwork and data processing.
- Plan and execute flight plans in varied and challenging environments
- Fly a variety of large commercial RPAS systems, including DJI, Freefly and others
- Build relationships with clients from a wide variety of backgrounds and industries
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Surveying, Geomatics, or Geodesy; Technical Diploma in Surveying, Geomatics or other similar technical discipline
- Minimum 1 year of full-time field surveying experience
- Proficient in the operation of survey equipment such as GNSS
- Professional expertise in surveying, GIS, CAD software and mapping using drones/aerial systems.
- Knowledge of advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAV)/Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS)/drone data capture and processing methods, including photogrammetry, LiDAR, thermography.
- Experience flying drones preferred; UAV license an asset
- Valid Canadian passport and ability to travel to the US
How to Apply: https://candrone.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=48&source=aWQ9MTE%3D
About Us:
Candrone is North America's largest and fastest growing robotics consultancy specializing in UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) solutions for Enterprise drone sales, consulting, rentals & training since 2009. We offer full stack solution from flying services, custom software, unique hardware, in depth training, and data processing services.
We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. We care about fostering an environment where personal and professional growth is just as important as business growth.
Additional information on our expertise, projects, and culture can be found at https://candrone.com/