Description
About [redacted]:
[redacted] is transforming a 300-million-acre global landscape deforested since the 1990s. Our mission is simple: we want to make reforestation scalable. With the largest forestry company in the world planting only 1-million-acres per year (400-million to 700-million trees) it would take several hundred years to replant this deficit with current tools. That’s where our technology using drone swarms, survey and data collection, and proprietary seed delivery vessels can substantially help. We work primarily in post-wildfire environments to support revegetation using heavy lift drone swarms. We’ve pioneered seed vessels and tailored them to survive in different ecosystems. Our aerial survey and data collection process allows us to microsite terrain and deliver the right seed prescription to precise ground locations. We continually integrate rapidly evolving aircraft and hardware technology which enables us to operate in some of the world’s most challenging terrain environments.
We also use our tools to support critical elements of the forest regeneration pipeline, specifically for production of seed and seedlings for reforestation. This is a growing part of our business, and demands the same urgency and and focus on scalability that we apply to our pioneering drone operations.
[redacted] is focused on a future in which seed, seedlings, and drone operations are utilized to reforest after wildfire and generate carbon credits. [redacted] is focused on becoming the largest generator of carbon credits from natural based solutions. Carbon credits are already a $200B+ industry in the EU and the $4B US industry is expected to grow as already major forest managers have converted areas to ‘Carbon Farms’ to finance operations in other areas. In addition to the financial opportunity, [redacted] is focused on the ecological imperative to develop better tools to reduce the growing reforestation debt in which 13% of US Forest Land has few to no trees--much of this on government land.
[redacted] is a Techstars alumni founded in 2016 to mitigate the worst effects of climate change. We work with 3 of the 5 largest timber companies in the United States, other private landowners, State and Federal entities, and are backed by partners like Social Capital, Spero Ventures, the 1st CEO of DocuSign, and others focused on solving the world’s hardest problems.
What you\'ll be doing:
As a Sr. Specialist, Flight Operations (UAS Pilot) you will be piloting [redacted]’s heavy lift aircraft fleet operating at customer sites across North America. You will use your professional aviation skills to deliver excellent service to our customers while upholding our rigorous approach to safety. You will be part of a rapidly growing team of professionals focused on making reforestation scalable.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, Bachelor of Science degree a plus.
2+ years of RC pilot experience with excellent flight skills
FAA Part 107 Certified and Proficient in heavy-lift, multi-rotor UAS operations.
Excellent judgement with a clear “safety-first” mentality.
Deep UAS systems knowledge and functional expertise.
Resourceful and adaptable to new and changing technologies and environments.
Desire and ability to work as part of a professional flight and ground operations team.
Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations and deep understanding of 14 CFR Parts 107, 137, 61, and 91.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an innate attention to detail.
Willing to work in remote environments and travel regionally up to 50% - 75% of the time.
Preferred Qualifications:
Current U.S. fixed-wing or rotorcraft pilot\'s certificate
Benefits of working at [redacted]: We\'re focused on making a positive impact on the environment. We value a highly diverse team, have an awesome office culture, support and encourage collaboration, and are conveniently located in north Seattle (Ballard). Taking care of your health comes first. We cover 75% of your medical, dental, and vision premiums. We have a flexible vacation policy, so take the time off you need; we don’t track vacation or sick time.
Other Information:
Candidates must be eligible to work at [redacted] HQ in the Ballard Brewery District of Seattle, WA.
[redacted] is an equal-opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse team. If you’re deeply committed to our mission and capable of executing flight operations with multi-vehicle, heavy lift drones in some of the world’s most challenging terrain environments, we’d love to speak with you.