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Drone Pilot - Disaster Management - On Call (US)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.00 - $35.00
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Benefits

Competitive hourly pay
Flexible on-call scheduling
Travel opportunities
exposure to advanced drone technology
professional development in disaster management
collaborative and mission-driven work environment
equal opportunity employment practices

Job Description

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider with a strong reputation for delivering expert solutions to complex challenges faced by governments, businesses, and communities worldwide. Known for combining unmatched expertise with innovative technology, ICF works across numerous sectors to help clients navigate change, shape the future, and solve pressing issues like disaster management, environmental services, and infrastructure resilience. With a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, ICF empowers its employees to collaborate, innovate, and grow professionally within a supportive and dynamic environment. The company's Disaster Management Division focuses on providing critical support to areas impacted by... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Must have valid FAA Part 107 sUAS Remote Pilot Certification
  • 2+ years of experience as a commercial drone pilot and/or 100+ hours of commercial drone flight time
  • 2+ years of experience with FAA regulations including airspace, LAANC, geozones, waivers, and unlocks
  • 2+ years of experience with flight mission planning and execution software such as DroneDeploy, DJI Pilot 2, Pix4Dcapture Pro, UgCS, and/or ESRI SiteScan
  • 2+ years of experience in photography, videography, and photogrammetry settings
  • Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
  • Must be able and willing to travel and deploy across the United States including Puerto Rico
  • Must be physically able to work extended hours, walk long distances, lift up to 40 pounds, climb steps, work in rough and uneven terrain, work outdoors for extended periods, work in construction zones, and navigate damaged areas with walking hazards

Job Qualifications

  • Valid FAA Part 107 sUAS Remote Pilot Certification
  • 2+ years of experience as a commercial drone pilot and/or 100+ hours of commercial drone flight time
  • 2+ years of experience utilizing FAA regulations and restrictions including airspace, LAANC, geozones, FAA waivers and unlocks
  • 2+ years of experience in flight mission planning and execution software such as DroneDeploy, DJI Pilot 2, Pix4Dcapture Pro, UgCS, and/or ESRI SiteScan
  • 2+ years of experience in photography, videography, and photogrammetry settings per mission requirements
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license with successful Motor Vehicle Records check
  • Ability and willingness to travel and deploy across the United States including territories

Job Duties

  • Travel to assigned cases to conduct field evaluations of assets including buildings, utilities, roads, or debris-laden areas of interest for damage caused by various impacts of natural disasters
  • Operate under personal and professional safety guidelines while adhering to FAA Part 107 rules of operation
  • Identify, document, and video/photograph damages or loss via verifiable damage utilizing drone operations
  • Complete required forms as directed
  • Identify possible mitigation measures and collect documentation
  • Catalog and upload data into several different hardware and software systems
  • Coordinate and participate in case meetings
  • Provide all necessary documentation for management
  • Receive direction in any necessary aspect of the work if it adheres to safety guidelines
  • Follow policies and procedures and maintain communication and focus
  • Maintain and track caseload in management information system
  • Keep Drone Ops Manager informed on issues, problems, & resolutions
  • Create damage reports from templates
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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