Bathymetric Remote Sensing Technician

Woolpert; Glendale (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work

Principal program

Flexible PTO

Career development

Insurance package

Job summary

Woolpert is seeking a Remote Sensing Technician to join our Geospatial Team. This entry-level role handles sensor operation, data processing, and reporting for airborne mapping missions.

This position requires 30–60 days travel at a time, domestically and internationally, and visa sponsorship is not available. Responsibilities include field operations, flight planning, equipment maintenance, and producing field logs.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Geographic Information Systems.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Download, process, edit, and troubleshoot sensor data in the field.
• Set up ground GPS base stations and flight planning.
• Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sensor equipment on ground and in flight.
• Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment.
• Complete field logs as required.

Skills

Geographic Information Systems

Desire to learn

Independent work

Customer service

Geomatics knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Leica LSS

MisssionPro

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Qimera

Global Mapper

QINSy

HYPACK

Edgetech Discover

TerraSolid

SonarWiz

Job description

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Position Overview

Woolpert is hiring a Remote Sensing Technician to join our dynamic Geospatial Team. This position is responsible for sensor operation, data processing, and reporting for airbornemapping missions. This position requires both domestic and international travel. This is an entry-level position where dedicated individuals with critical thinking and problem-solving skills have the opportunity to excel.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

MUST be able to travel 30-60 Days at a time for project assignment purposes both domestic and international travel required.

What You Will Do

• Download, process, edit, and troubleshoot collected sensor data while in the field.
• Set up and operate ground GPS base stations and flight planning.
• Sensor and Equipment Maintenance: Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sensor equipment on the ground and in flight.
• Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment.
• Reporting: Complete field logs as required.

What You Will Bring

• Desire to learn and be involved in a dynamic operational team.
• Understanding of computer hardware.
• Understanding of Geographic Information Systems.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Must have valid U.S. passport and be willing to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary
• Willingness and ability to undergo pre-employment verification and drug screening.
• Willingness and ability to work a rotational schedule from 30 to 90 days travel with 20 or more days off.
• Land Survey experience is a plus.
• High School Diploma and/or G.E.D. and/or related experience, such as:
• Data Acquisition & Processing: Participate in ground and flight operations efforts as needed, including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, communications, and safety.
• Ensuring proper collection of data for accuracy and quality.
• Experience with bathymetric or hydrographic data is a plus
• Experience with the following: Leica LSS, MisssionPro, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Qimera, and Global Mapper, QINSy, HYPACK, Edgetech Discover, TerraSolid, and SonarWiz.
• Strong working knowledge of geomatics and mapping concepts (academic and/or professional)
• Working knowledge of aerial acquisition systems preferred
• Ability to provide excellent customer service preferred
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals.
• Previous Land Surveying experience a plus.

Benefits You Will Love

Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial companies in the world. With over 75 offices and countless projects around the globe, you’ll work on meaningful assignments that improve quality of life around the world. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Pay Range: $24.57 - $30.72 USD

Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer.

Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals.

We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.