Drone Survey & Mapping Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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

Location: Riviera Beach, FL 33404

Duration: Full Time

Job Description:

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:

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

Photogrammetry & Data Processing

Process aerial imagery using WingtraHub, 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

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 client Hub dashboards

Maintain organized archives of flight data and processed outputs

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

Qualifications:

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

1+ years of drone mapping experience (photogrammetry)

Proficiency with mapping software (Pix4D, Metashape, WingtraHub, DJI Terra, etc.)

Understanding of GIS concepts (coordinate systems, spatial accuracy, metadata)

Ability to work independently in field conditions

Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

Experience with WingtraOne Gen II or Wingtra Ray

Experience on construction or civil infrastructure sites

Familiarity with volumetric workflows (TBC, Propeller, Civil 3D)

Basic GIS/CAD skills (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D)