Implement and/or develop a Program area by identifying and securing funding, managing budgets and contracts, and reporting on program activities
Work with Department Director to align Program goals with Department strategy
Process, quality-control, and archive Terrestrial and Aerial LiDAR data collected at partner agency lands to support 3-D fuels characterization and baseline fire effects monitoring
Develop and maintain standardized data management protocols to ensure compatibility with Intelimon and other partner data processing platforms, and assist with interoperability of sample design across Eastern Innovation Landscape Network (EILN) innovation nodes and partner agency lands
Coordinate with TEA project managers, Integrated Research Management Team members, installation personnel, and subject matter experts.
Support TLS project manager and field crews to schedule, scope, and execute TLS scanning field operations, including pre-scan site assessments and post-scan deliverable tracking
Serve as primary point of contact for DoD installation fire managers regarding TLS/ALS project coordination
Produce summary reports, products, and vegetation and fuels characterization tools from completed Terrestrial and Aerial LiDAR scans for use by EILN partner agencies, IRMT researchers, and fire program managers
Develop machine learning models and processing scripts to predict fuels and vegetation metrics from terrestrial LiDAR data; execute, modify, and link models developed in a variety of languages; develop new code in Python and R
Supervise and mentor employees within Program area with an emphasis on advancing team cohesion
Represent the TLS and remote sensing programs in external forums, meetings, and strategic conversations to promote visibility and collaboration
Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with partners relevant to TLS and remote sensing program areas
Support programmatic development to create new program areas and/or expand existing areas that fulfill TEA's mission, in conjunction with Department Director
Work with Department Director to secure funding to support projects within Program (via writing project proposals, applying for grants, etc.)
Employee may be required to travel based on Program needs
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Geography, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, or related field
At least 2 years managing geospatial or LiDAR data workflows in a research or applied science context
At least 2 years managing multiple ongoing projects or high-complexity projects
Success securing and administering funding (e.g., grants)
Experience working collaboratively with other organizations on projects
Experience with TLS or aerial LiDAR data processing (e.g., LAStools, CloudCompare, PDAL, or equivalent)
Familiarity with wildland fire fuels characterization, fire effects monitoring, or prescribed fire operations
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience in creating and managing budgets and contracts
Competent in using Microsoft Suite products including Excel, Word, etc.
Experience with GIS platforms (ArcGIS, QGIS, ArcPro) and geospatial data standards
Programming skills in Python, R, or equivalent for data workflow development and machine learning model building
Passion for the organization's mission and a commitment to social impact.