VDC Aviation Engineer

Who We Are

At The Hagerman Group, we believe great buildings start with great people. We are a construction company committed to delivering exceptional experiences for our clients while creating an environment where our team members can learn, grow, and build meaningful careers.

Our work brings together professionals across construction, preconstruction, VDC, safety, business development, and support services, all working toward a common goal of delivering successful projects. The VDC Aviation Engineer has the opportunity to collaborate with project managers, project executives, estimating, field personnel, and other teams throughout the organization.

We value teamwork, integrity, excellence, and innovation and are always looking for people who want to contribute, embrace new ideas, and help us continue building better.

If you're looking for an opportunity to combine construction and cutting-edge technology while being part of a collaborative team, Hagerman could be a great place to build what's next.

VDC Aviation Engineer

Preconstruction | The Hagerman Group

The VDC Aviation Engineer supports Hagerman projects by using drone technology to capture aerial imagery, monitor construction progress, inspect structures, support surveying efforts, and develop 3D models and other actionable project data. This role is part of the Preconstruction team and reports to the VDC Manager.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll:

• Operate drones to capture high-quality aerial imagery, video, and data across construction projects.
• Plan and execute safe and efficient flight missions, including pre-flight checks and post-flight inspections.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret aerial data to provide meaningful insights to project teams.
• Create detailed reports, maps, and models using photogrammetry, 3D modeling, and GIS technology.
• Maintain compliance with FAA regulations and evolving drone-industry requirements.
• Maintain drone equipment and troubleshoot technical issues as needed.
• Partner with project managers, engineers, field teams, and other stakeholders to understand project needs and deliver useful aerial data.
• Help train team members on drone operations and safety procedures.
• Maintain flight logs, maintenance records, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Champion Hagerman's commitment to health and safety on every project.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of work experience, including at least 1 year operating commercial drones. An accredited BA, BS, or AS degree may substitute for up to four years of experience.
• Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, or the ability and willingness to obtain it within six months.
• Strong communication, presentation, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Familiarity with construction technology and software, including tools such as Procore, Autodesk software, Bluebeam, scheduling software, and 3D virtual software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and other Microsoft applications.
• Experience with thermal imaging and LiDAR technology.
• Familiarity with construction-site safety protocols and procedures.

Work Environment

This position combines office-based work with time outdoors on active construction sites, including exposure to varying weather conditions and uneven terrain. Regular travel to project locations is required, and occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary depending on project needs.

Build What's Next

If you're excited about using drone technology, VDC, and data to help construction teams work smarter, we'd love to hear from you. Join The Hagerman Group and help bring innovative technology to the way we plan, build, and deliver projects.

Notice to third parties: Please note that Hagerman does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Hagerman will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Hagerman explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Hagerman.

This position could be assigned to work on a school project in Indiana. Per Indiana law, certain convictions, offenses, or child welfare interactions may disqualify an individual from working in or around a school setting.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.