Geologist/UAV Pilot
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Geologist/UAV Pilot

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
I am a highly proactive and resilient future graduate of Radford University with a desire to learn in a dynamic environment. Experience using UAVs and creating 3D point clouds. Adaptability and can thrive in a fast paced industry where collaboration is required.

EDUCATION
Radford University, Radford, VA
Bachelor of Science – Geology, Environmental and Engineering Concentration, May 2019
Research projects involving stratigraphy, UAVs, 3D point clouds, underwater modeling
Current Geohazards Research Center project using UAS in conjunction with VDOT

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Current holder of FAA Part 107 Certificate for Remote Pilots (expire November 2020)
UAV flight experience using fixed wing (SenseFly eBee) and various multirotor aircraft (DJI Mavic Pro, Inspire; 3DR Solo; Parrot Bebop 2)
Understanding of aspects of photogrammetry such as ground sampling distance, ground control points, GPS, projections, etc.
Software experience: Pix4D Mapper, Pix4D Capture, Mission Planner, Ground Station Pro, Adobe Suite
Experience in geologic data analysis through field exploration and laboratory work
Adept in Geospatial Information Systems techniques through use of ArcGIS software; ERSI course certifications

ACTIVITES AND HONORS
Recipient of the Presidential Scholarship and the NextGen Elites Scholars Program Scholarship
Member, Geological Society of America, 2015 – present
Member, American Institute for Professional Geologists, 2017 - present
Member, Radford University’s NextGen Elites Scholars Program for STEM, 2014 - 2018
Community Service Chairman, Zeta Tau Alpha - Eta Nu Chapter, 2015 – 2017
Service and Philanthropy Award, 2016

WORK HISTORY
Manager at University Tanning July 2017 – present
Work Study Student at Radford University, Geology Department, 2017-2018