Job Description
SUMMARY
This position will be responsible for operating Matrice series drones with Sentera sensors to collect imagery of agricultural fields and research trials.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute drone flights and data collection at customer field locations.
• Plan, coordinate, and assist with data management and data delivery for customer projects.
• Proactively communicates scheduling problems and project conflicts and presents alternate solutions.
• Maintain and update project schedules for drone flights and data collections services.
• Operate, maintain, and repair drone and sensor payload equipment.
• Work closely with Sentera technical development team to test and utilize special and custom hardware and software products to support enterprise customer projects.
• Participate in regular team meetings via MS Teams and an occasional client call.
• Comply with Company policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Associate degree or equivalent experience in an applicable technical field
• 0-2 years professional experience in digital or precision agriculture
• General experience in agriculture preferred but not required
Skills/Abilities:
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Customer service oriented
• Analytical and detail-oriented
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and data
• Ability to work within a team or independently, with a can-do attitude, and willing to work until the job gets done
• Perform additional duties as directed by supervisor/management
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Part 107 Certified Small Unmanned Aircraft Pilot is required
Valid driver’s license