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About the Role
The Lower Colorado River Authority is seeking a motivated, safety-focused UAS Pilot I to join their Remote Sensing Services team. This entry-level position supports the collection of high-quality geospatial data used to inspect, maintain and map LCRA’s electric transmission system. As a UAS Pilot, you’ll plan and execute flight missions, operate as Pilot in Command (PIC), and develop expertise in remote sensing, drone operations, and geospatial data collection while working alongside an experienced team.
Responsibilities
- Operate UAS platforms and terrestrial scanners to collect accurate, high quality geospatial data.
- Collaborate with a team of experienced pilots and remote sensing professionals.
- Ensure the accuracy and quality of collected geospatial data.
- Develop and sustain proficiency in remote sensing, aerial and terrestrial LiDAR, and utility inspections.
- Contribute to the safety and efficiency of LCRA’s transmission system.
Requirements
- One or more years of experience in UAS field operations.
- One or more years of experience or exposure to surveying, GIS, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and/or aviation.
- Technical training may substitute for experience.
- Driver's license
- Remote Pilot UAS License (FAA issued)
Skills
- Land survey field operations
- Land Survey Party Chief experience
- Transmission and distribution maintenance practices
- Operating UAS platforms for surveying, mapping, or infrastructure inspections
- Collecting aerial LiDAR or other remote sensing data
- GNSS/GPS equipment and geospatial data collection
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Teamwork skills
- Commitment to safety
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry-level
- One or more years of experience
Benefits
- Healthcare
- Wellness
- Time off
About the Company
- The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is seeking a motivated, safety-focused UAS Pilot I to join their Remote Sensing Services team.
Equal Opportunity
- LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
- LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.