Think Tank Inc. is hiring: UAS Pilot/UAS Visual Observer in Falmouth

Overview

Think Tank is a woman-owned small business with more than 27 years of proven success delivering exceptional IT and marine services to the federal government. We are seeking a candidate for the position of UAS (Drone) Pilot/UAS Visual Observer to support an upcoming proposal with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Résumé of successful candidate(s) will be included with our proposal.

US Citizenship Required; Onsite at a NEFSC Facility and Muskeget Island, MA or FAA approved sites

Responsibilities

• Conduct analyses of data collected from multiple survey platforms, including visual sightings, UAS imagery, environmental data, acoustic data, photo-ID data, telemetry and tag data, and other data types.
• Fly unmanned aerial vehicles for a variety of purposes.
• Operate UAS platforms to conduct aerial surveys of marine mammals and sea turtles.
• Act as visual observer during UAS operations, maintaining visual line-of-sight and situational awareness.
• Coordinate with flight teams to ensure compliance with FAA and NOAA safety protocols.
• Collect and archive aerial imagery and metadata; assist in post-flight data processing.
• Participate in pre-survey briefings, flight planning, and risk assessments.

Requirements

• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 pilot license required.
• Possesses knowledge of NOAA requirements for unmanned surveys.
• Prior experience flying from land or from a vessel.
• Experience operating or supporting UAS platforms in field settings.
• Knowledge of marine species identification and UAS safety protocols.
• Ability to work in remote, field-based environments, including aboard vessels.
• Basic understanding of GIS, image processing, or UAS data analysis is preferred.
• Pilot:
  • More than 100 hours experience flying NOAA certified fixed or rotary wing UAS.
  • Possesses knowledge of NOAA requirements for unmanned surveys.
• Visual Observer:
  • More than 50 hours experience serving as an assistant to the UAS PIC.
  • Possesses knowledge of Federal Aviation requirements pertaining to VOs.