WSP is currently initiating a search for a full-time **Remote Sensing Technician II** for **our Geospatial Team!** This position will be located out of our **Raliegh, NC** office and the position is a hybrid field/office role. **Company Overview** WSP is known for delivering high-precision data and innovative geospatial solutions for infrastructure, environmental, and land development projects. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a robust and rapidly growing Geospatial team, offering ongoing training/mentoring and promotional opportunities, as well as a stable backlog. We offer a collaborative and stimulating environment where learning and development are pillars of who we are. As we expand our cutting-edge unmanned aerial systems (UAS) capabilities, we are seeking a skilled and motivated lead Remote Sensing Technician II to join our team. **Position Summary** The **Remote Sensing Technician II** plays a dual role-providing both technical leadership in drone operations and data processing assistance. This position will work closely with project managers, field crews, and production staff to ensure high-quality deliverables and efficient coordination of UAS-related surveying and mapping tasks in the Southeast region of the US. This role requires someone who is not only technically proficient but also able to communicate with and adapt to a range of personalities and work styles. You will serve as a subject matter expert, mentor, and liaison-helping to integrate drone technology into ongoing projects while anticipating operational needs and challenges. **Key Responsibilities** + Serve as a UAS Pilot and Remote Sensing Technician for aerial mapping/collections and survey missions across the Northeast region and beyond. + Lead and coordinate UAS field collection operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and data quality. + Serve as the primary point of contact for field planning, logistical coordination, and execution of drone missions. + Comfortable training others with varying levels of technical knowledge. + Coordinate with internal Project Managers to understand project scopes, schedules, and deliverables. + Work with production teams to determine appropriate field collection and data requirements. + Make informed decisions on UAS platform selection and sensor payloads based on project specifics. + Schedule and oversee field data collection activities in collaboration with field crews. + Actively embed yourself within the team and program operations to maintain situational awareness and preempt potential challenges. + Ensure compliance with **FAA regulations** , company safety policies, and industry standards. + Manage project timelines, and communication between departments. + Maintain drone equipment, flight logs, and operational documentation. + Must be able to lift 50lbs or more + Identify and implement process improvements to enhance UAS workflows and data quality. **Qualifications** **Required:** + Valid **FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate** + High School Diploma/GED will be required. + 3+ years of experience in UAS operations, aerial surveying, or geospatial data acquisition + Preferred experience with conventional land surveying. + Demonstrated experience coordinating projects and cross-functional teams (served as lead pilot for several projects making judgement calls in field for me and other field crews) + Ability to work independently, and as part of a diverse team. + Clear basic background checks for restricted facilities. + Up to 25% travel outside of the state for UAS related projects each month + Experience effectively and professionally communicating technical UAS and program related information to multiple stakeholders. + Strong understanding of photogrammetry and LiDAR + Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills **Preferred:** + Background in civil engineering, or geomatics + Proficiency with UAS mapping software (e.g., RiProcess, Pix4D, Leica Cyclone, Microstation, TopoDOT, Terrasolid, WingtraHub, and other software's) (Strong experience in pix4d, wingtra hub and cloud, and experience working in MicroStation conducting feature extraction of photogrammetry projects) **Why Join Us?** + Competitive pay and benefits package + Company-provided UAS equipment and training resources + Personal growth plan with mentoring and coaching opportunities + Opportunities for advancement in a growing technology sector + Collaborative and mission-driven company culture + Work on high-impact projects across public and private sectors \#LI-MC1 **About WSP** WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.com WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:** WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.