Aeronautics Data and Field Support Technician - Hybrid Nashville, TN

Novalink Solutions LLC • Nashville, TN • Posted July 13, 2026

Position Overview

TDOT Aeronautics Data and Field Support Technician TDOT Aeronautics is seeking a contract worker to support airport pavement data, drone operations, and general office tasks. The main duty of this position will be tracing pavement cracks from airfield pavement images. This work will help the Division develop a machine-learning tool to better identify pavement cracks and support future pavement maintenance decisions. Primary Duties Review pavement images and trace visible cracks. Label crack data using Division guidance. Help organize completed image files and tracking logs. Identify unclear images or issues for staff review. Support quality control of crack-tracing work. Secondary Duties Serve as a visual observer during drone flights. Watch the drone, surrounding airspace, people, vehicles, and airport activity. Communicate with the drone pilot and field staff during flights. Help with basic field notes, photos, and data organization. File, scan, rename, and organize project documents...