GIS / Remote Sensing Scientist – FL

Overview

Remote sensing scientist to conduct GIS analyses and lead environmental projects in Florida.

Key Responsibilities

• remote sensing
• gis integration
• index development
• field validation
• equipment maintenance
• technical reporting

Tasks

-Utilizes remote sensing data collected via drone (UAS), aerial, and satellite to evaluate water conditions and flows, estimate ChlA in water, and classify vegetative communities. -Works on multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and tracks time to stay within budget and timeline. -Interprets remote sensing data to evaluate water, vegetation, and habitat conditions, identify submerged aquatic vegetation, and apply other novel approaches to interpret remote sensing data using custom or known algorithms like the NDVI, NDCI, NDWI, etc. -Coordinates multidisciplinary research teams to design research and field sampling methods to solve real-world environmental problems. -Supports Sr. Project Managers by assisting with scopes of work and estimated costs, coordinating teams, and tracking tasks and budgets. -Provides leadership to the geospatial services team, including training GIS staff on remote sensing applications. -Presents at public workshops and community forums as needed to gather input on policy recommendations, restoration activities, adaptation planning and other activities. -Develops and clearly depicts geospatial analyses and workflows, ensuring work products can be easily interpreted and recreated. -Develops appropriate field validation monitoring to calibrate remote sensing estimates. -Effectively organizes, writes, and edits technical reports, user guides, peer review summaries, data collection memos, and other technical documents. Writes analytical methods and technical documents so they are understandable to lay readers and accurately represent processes and results. -Assists with business development opportunities and written products, including proposal technical approaches, company capability statements, and project descriptions. -Oversees the calibration, maintenance, and inventory of specialized geospatial equipment like high resolution GPS equipment (RTK), UAS equipment (drones), and sensors. -Plans, implements, documents, and accurately records data collected using an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS, aka. drone). -Develops and leads remote sensing research projects, including identifying, downloading, and manipulating remote sensing data, organizing data files appropriately, integrating data into ArcGIS for analyses, using and developing indices for interpretation, implementing appropriate analytical methods, and succinctly writing results that resonate with receiving audiences. -Effectively communicates with clients, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and the public. -Conducts remote sensing field data collection safely, documented accurately, and in compliance with applicable protocols and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

• uav pilot
• python
• gis
• remote sensing
• lidar
• project management

What You Bring

-UAV Remote Pilot Certification (or ability to get certified within 6 months). -A valid Florida Driver’s license is required, and a clean driving record must be maintained. -Is highly motivated to learn and contribute to the growing Geospatial Services Line. -Possesses effective analytical, critical thinking skills. -Expertise with spatial data management, large dataset QA/QC, spatial analysis technologies, process design and modeling, server and web GIS technologies -Experience in python scripting in the GIS framework -Exhibits professional, courteous demeanor -Graduate degree in related fields -GIS and/or Remote Sensing experience in water resource management, ecological applications, and resilience/vulnerability assessments -Able to work in the field in various weather conditions, lift heavy equipment (30 pounds), and stand, bend, twist, and walk for 8 hours a day. -Excellent technical writing and communication skills -3 years of experience in spatial / non-spatial data analysis and/or technical reporting. -Ability to work on DOD contracts (US citizenship required). -Experience in satellite data, including ESA sensors, data processing and applications -Able to organize and prioritize time to execute multiple projects effectively. -Public sector project experience (state, local, and federal government) -Able to peer review and quality assure final data products created by the geospatial team -GIS Professional Certificate (GISP) or ASPRS certifications -In-depth understanding of remote sensing techniques and available sensors associated with multiple platforms. -5 years of progressive experience in environmental / ecological remote sensing applications. -Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, Engineering, Geology, Natural Resources or similar with Masters degree preferred. -Prior project management experience, including developing scopes and budgets, managing workflows, and completing quality review of deliverables -Experience presenting data and final products to technical peers and/or clients -Must be able to pass drug testing and a background check. -Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite with expertise using Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and familiarity with Access. -3 years of UAV experience (data acquisition, processing, and scope development) -LiDAR processing experience -Training or supervisory experience

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