Assistant Field Operations Lead

Assistant Field Operations Lead

About GV Air

GV Air is a specialized division of Vexcel Imaging Inc., leading the deployment of advanced aerial sensor technologies as part of the world’s most comprehensive aerial imagery acquisition program. Serving industries such as insurance, engineering, emergency response, and urban planning, GV Air is committed to innovation and excellence in geospatial data collection.

We are seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Assistant Field Operations Lead to join our team. This hybrid role combines leadership, data logging/analysis and field operations responsibilities.

Location

• Based at our Medford, OR -or- Jacksonville, FL hub locations
• Remote basing may be considered for the right candidate
• Includes remote field deployments across the United States (up to 50% travel)

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Lead

• Aid with scheduling field crew deployments
• Log post-flight data and generate flight plans for dissemination to Pilots and Sensor Operators
• Track and manage sensor equipment, aircraft parts, and other assets
• Assist in developing and improving performance tracking systems
• Support facilities management and light shipping/receiving duties
• Conduct technical data review and quality control (QA/QC)

Field Operations

• Operate airborne digital camera systems during flight missions
• Monitor navigation equipment to ensure proper tracking and altitude
• Download, process, and ship imagery data post-flight
• Maintain flight logs, daily reports, and mission documentation
• Assist with installation, removal, and repair of airborne camera equipment
• Contribute to flight survey planning and support pilots during missions
• Travel occasionally for deployments, including weekends and holidays

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to pass a DOT drug screening
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and general computer literacy
• Comfortable flying in light aircraft at low altitudes

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in a science-related or technical field
• Experience in aviation, GIS, remote sensing, or aerial mapping
• Programming skills (e.g., Python)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Office management experience (2+ years)

Compensation

• Salary: $40,000 – $50,000 per year (base), plus per diem while traveling. Commensurate with experience
• Benefits:
• 401(k) with match
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Schedule

• Full-time
• 8-hour shifts, 5 days a week
• On-call, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed

Work Environment

• Hybrid office and work-from-home
• Some work in warehouse and aircraft hangars installing or troubleshooting survey equipment
• On the road for field deployments

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Medford, OR 97504