Aerial Sensor Operator

Woolpert

Aerial Sensor Operator executing airborne mapping missions with the Aerial Acquisitions team. Responsible for sensor operation and accuracy in data collection while traveling domestically and internationally.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $25 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in ground and flight operations efforts as needed, including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, communications, and safety.
Ensure proper collection of data for accuracy and quality.
Understand the collection of tactical and wide area mapping.
Comply with all governing regulations and work in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Download, edit, and troubleshoot collected sensor data while in the field. Set up and operate ground GPS base stations and flight planning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma and/or G.E.D. or two (2) years of related experience, degree in GIS, geography, or related discipline preferred.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship.
Ability and willingness to travel, moderate to high. Domestically and possibly internationally.
Preferred knowledge of ESRI software, ArcGIS, Leica FlightPro, TerraSolid and or TerraSolid.
Preferred experience operating Leica Terrain Mapper, ADS 100, and DMC.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Possess above average Microsoft Office suite skills. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals.
Quickly adapt and respond to industry changes as well as internal initiatives.
Must have above average verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external relationships.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

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Hard Skills & Tools

data collectiontactical mappingwide area mappingsensor data troubleshootingGPS base station operationflight planningGISgeographycustomer serviceMicrosoft Office

Soft Skills

communication skillsteam collaborationindependenceadaptabilityconstructive feedback

Certifications

High School DiplomaG.E.D.