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Flight Acquisition Manager

Posted Date 2 months ago(3/8/2024 1:15 PM)
Job ID
2024-9672
# of Openings
1
Job Locations
US-OR-Corvallis
Category
Geospatial/GIS
Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

The Flight Acquisition Manager will lead an active and expanding airborne remote sensing and ground survey program consisting of 25+ field and office support staff, oversee multiple teams that are deployed throughout North America, and have responsibility for remote sensing physical assets (sensors, aircraft, vehicles, and survey equipment). 

 

Work Environment:

  • Location is flexible:  NV5 Corvallis, OR
  • Travel < 15% of the time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

 

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

 

 

Responsibilities

Primary Accountabilities: 

% of Time 

Primary Accountabilities 

40% 

OPERATIONAL 

  • Performs coordination for all acquisition efforts assigned. 
  • Oversight of staff assignments including scheduling, reports, and reviews.  
  • Develop and prioritize a schedule for projects in consultation with Project Managers, Flight Operations Manager, Director of Flight Operations and Director of Maintenance.  
  • Schedule assets to cover the production schedule. 
  • Mission planning includes reviewing job specifications, weather interpretation, ground support coordination, onsite project coordination and client coordination. 
  • Work daily with all Flight Department staff to determine mission priorities. 
  • Maintain operational control of the aircraft monitoring mission plan, departure, and arrival times 

30% 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT 

  • Maintain project management software as it relates to acquisition efforts. 
  • Responsible for notification of project status or completion to Account Managers, Project Managers and Director of Data Aerial Operations. 
  • Create flight plans and develop project plans in support of estimating. 
  • Create and update Project Tracking documents and Flight Backlog 

10% 

  • Acquire data as a crew member as schedule permits us to stay current with the technology. 
  • Assist with sensor installation and removal from the aircraft as needed. 

10% 

POLICIES/PROCEDURES 

  • Develop process and procedures as assigned. 
  • Assist in development and adherence to the Flight Department budget including creating and submitting Asset Requests and Purchase Orders 

10% 

SAFETY/COMPLIANCE 

  • Develop and maintain a corporate culture emphasizing safety as our number one priority. 
  • Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to our business. Maintain Operational Control of the aircraft. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years progressive experience in aviation and remote sensing technology
  • 1+ year of management experience 
  • Valid driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Understanding of geospatial concepts and survey methods 

 Required Skills:  

  • Attention to detail
  • Self-motivated 
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills 
  • CPR & First Aid   

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Outside flight operations, exposure to the cold and heat, elements of the seasons

 

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

 

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

 

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