Geospatial Project Manager

Geospatial Project Manager (Remote – Home-Based)

Sol Aerial Surveys – a rapidly growing fixed-wing aerial acquisition company – is seeking an experienced Geospatial Project Manager to join our Flight Operations team.

About Us

At Sol Aerial Surveys, we live by four core values:

- Safety – It’s non-negotiable and always comes first.
- Your Success Is Our Success – We win when our clients and team members thrive.
- Integrity– We do what we say, every time.
- The Little Things Matter – Attention to detail drives extraordinary results.

We are a 100% remote, home-based organization with a modern fleet, expanding client base, and a strong project pipeline heading into 2026 and beyond.

The Role

As Geospatial Project Manager, you will own a group of aircraft and flight crews, ensuring every aerial mapping mission is completed safely, on schedule, and on budget. This is a true operations-meets-project-management position that sits at the center of flight crews, maintenance, weather, clients, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

- Serve as the daily point of contact and tasking authority for assigned pilots and sensor operators
- Continuously monitor weather across multiple project areas and adjust plans accordingly
- Coordinate aircraft staging, FBO arrangements, hangar space, and maintenance windows nationwide
- Maximize aircraft availability in partnership with Maintenance and Flight Operations leadership
- Translate client deliverables into clear, achievable daily flight and capture objectives
- Support crews in the field via satellite comms and real-time decision making
- Ensure strict adherence to company SOPs, FAA regulations, and our industry-leading safety culture
- Maintain accurate project records and keep clients informed and satisfied

What You Bring

Required

- Legal right to work in the United States with unrestricted domestic and international travel ability
- Deep understanding of aerial survey / aerial mapping operations and aviation best practices
- Proven ability to manage multiple moving parts in a fast-paced, weather-dependent environment
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills (technical and non-technical audiences)

Strongly Preferred

- 1+ years of management experience
- 1+ years in aerial survey / geospatial data acquisition
- FAA Commercial Pilot certificate (or higher) or Sensor Operator Experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- Project Management certification (PMP preferred)
- Background in aviation safety programs / SMS

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Fully remote / work-from-home (preference for candidates in Eastern or Central time zones)
- Minimal travel (<5%)
- Monday–Friday schedule with occasional holiday flexibility to support project needs
- Growing company with increasing fleet size and high-profile clients
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, health/dental/vision, PTO, and professional development support
- A team that truly lives its safety-first culture while delivering outstanding results

If you thrive in a dynamic, mission-critical environment and want to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of a respected aerial survey company, we want to hear from you.

 

Next Steps

1. Fill out the required information below. 
2. Use the link provided to complete our PI assessment: CLICK HERE
3. Once you have completed the PI assessment, you will receive an email from noreply@mailer.predictiveindex.com that will allow you to take the cognitive test. It is highly suggested to try the sample questions before taking the actual test. You will receive a completion email from predictiveindex.com, once you have finished the cognitive test. 

Note: We need both the PI and cognitive assessments completed before we will review your application submission. If there are issues, please reach out to damian@solaerialsurveys.com for support. 

We are much more interested in bringing in the right person, so even if your background doesn't quite match, we would still love to hear from you!