Who We Are For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. Your Impact at SAM As a UAS Pilot, you will work as part of a crew in the field to carry out missions and successfully acquire data for survey and inspection projects. Under the review and direction of the Flight Operations Manager, perform aerial data collection using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Act as the Pilot in Command while flying unmanned aerial projects Conduct pre-flight mission planning and coordination, including filing NOTAMS, submitting COA requests, and conducting pre-flight and on site risk Perform preventative maintenance on sensor equipment and unmanned aerial vehicles Conduct field data checks following data collection to ensure adequate project coverage Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals What You Bring to SAM Good communication (oral and written) and organizational skills are essential A passion for troubleshooting problems in the field Candidate should demonstrate previous experience with UAVs, and an ability to quickly become proficient in the use of such technology Ability to operate independent of daily direction and overcome obstacles encountered during field work FAA issued Part 107 Remote Pilot Airman’s Certificate required. No minimum flight hour experience Survey field experience preferred Our Perks Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms EEO SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program. Salary Maximum USD $30.00/per hour Salary Minimum USD $19.00/per hour