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

The Pilot is responsible for safe operation of Cessna T206 G1000 NXI aircraft in accordance with FAR part 91 regulations to facilitate the collection of aerial survey data (LiDAR and imagery) within the continental United States. Pilot will be responsible for monitoring real time weather, filing flight plans as required, coordinating logistics of fueling and parking on day to day basis in the execution of assignments issued by the Flight Operations Manager.

Responsible for safe operation of aircraft
Monitor and assess weather reports to make go/no go decisions
Coordinate with ATC and other agencies for access to controlled/restricted airspace as needed
File flight plans as required for safety of flight
Log all flights and report all squawks in timely manner so they can be addressed
Work with Sensor Operator to complete missions in safe, efficient manner
Keep aircraft clean and presentable in a manner that reflects corporate image
Aircraft will fly approximately 600 hours per year
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goals

What You Bring to SAM

1000+ hours Total Time
25 hours in C206
Garmin G1000 flight deck experience
No incidents or violations
Experience with corridor aerial missions preferred-must be able to precisely hand fly survey lines within 50 feet of desired track
Must be fluent in English
Must be willing to travel for extended periods up to 21 days
Must be drug free and submit to random testing
Required to maintain all necessary currency requirements (flight time provided by company)
FAA Commercial SEL with Instrument
Class II Medical (Class I preferred)

Our Perks

Company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance (HSA and FSA plans available)
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays and parental leave) – Accrual starts immediately
401(k) program offers 100% employer match up to 5%
Paid continuing education courses and tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program – Your mental health is our priority
No glass ceiling! Truly a place to spread your wings (Ask about our Career Pathing!)
Trainings throughout the year – Specialized in-house trainings programs designed to assist you in advancing in your career
Office snacks, free food and fun-themed events for employees throughout the year
Passion for our Community – You have endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers with our Corporate Social Responsibility Program

Our Culture

Our entrepreneurial culture is a key factor in SAM being recognized as a Top Workplace for eleven consecutive years, and we make it our mission to ensure every one of our employees learns how to build and manage a business, not just be the subject matter expert on the team. At SAM, our employee’s development is instrumental to our success. Your learning will be supported by specialized in-house training programs and mentoring by the industry’s leading experts, who just happen to be on our staff! We make SAM a GREAT place to work, but it all starts with YOU!

EEO

SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.