Company Profile

Volatus Aerospace is a leader in innovative global aerial solutions for intelligence and cargo. With deep technological and subject matter expertise and over 100 years' worth of combined institutional knowledge in aviation, Volatus provides meaningful aerial solutions for end users across various industries using both piloted and remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS or drones). We are committed to enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability through innovative, real-world aerial solutions.

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable candidate for a part-time Visual Observer (VO) position in Edmonton, AB,required to work from Tuesday to Thursday each week. Attendance on these specific days is essential. This position is 100% onsite, requiring the candidate to be physically present at our location from Tuesday to Thursday.

This role is a member of our ground crew and an integral part of our operation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for alerting the Safety Pilot or Pilot in Command (PIC) to
  • Ground objects that may present a hazard
    
  • Where varies terrain or other factors may make it difficult for the Safety Pilot or Pilot in Command (PIC) to maintain a direct line of sight
    
• Scan the skies for potential objects
  
• Scan the skies to identify potential hazards and notify the Safety Pilot or PIC of those hazards as they arise to take action to avoid those issues
  
• Support the Safety Pilot or PIC in flying within the bounds of what is legally permissible
  
• Use radio communications equipment to communicate hazards and location of the drone
  
• Partake in flight procedures and flight route planning
  
• Other duties as required
  

Skills and/or Competencies:

• Having Basic/Advanced RPAS licences is an asset
• Having knowledge about weather conditions, ground hazards, and airborne hazards that can impact flying conditions
  
• Deep understanding of safety and having experience in safety operations
  
• Ability to make good decisions under pressure using sound, professional judgment
  
• Effective verbal communication skills with the ability to work as part of a team involving
  
• Ability to work with limited supervision
  
• Willingness to work outdoors and the ability to walk and stand extensively
  
• Valid G license
  

Hours of Work, Work Environment and Potential Travel

• Part-time from Tuesday to Thursday
• This position is 100% onsite, requiring the candidate to be physically present at our location from Tuesday to Thursday.
• Shifts will be 8 hours per day
• Location: Edmonton
• Valid Class G Driver Licence in good standing and regular access to a personal vehicle required
• Outdoor work, exposure to cold, heat or other weather elements
• High concentration levels required during flight operations