Geospatial UAV & LiDAR Technician I

NV5, Inc.; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NV5, Inc. is seeking a Geospatial Technician I to support UAV data collection, LiDAR acquisition, and geospatial deliverable development across transportation, utility, and land development projects.

The role involves processing point clouds, generating DTMs/DSMs, and ensuring data quality while collaborating with surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals. This entry-level position offers growth in surveying, remote sensing, and geospatial data management within the Geomatics team, with

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Geomatics, Geography, GIS, Surveying Technology, Remote Sensing, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Minimum two (2) years of professional geospatial, surveying, GIS, remote sensing, or LiDAR-related experience.
• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification is required.
• Demonstrated experience with LiDAR data acquisition and point cloud processing.
• Experience working with UAV-collected imagery and geospatial datasets.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel periodically for field assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform UAV mission planning and field operations in compliance with FAA regulations.
• Acquire aerial imagery and LiDAR data using unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
• Process and classify LiDAR point clouds using industry-standard software.
• Generate DTMs, DSMs, contours, Orthomosaics, and other geospatial products.
• Assist with georeferencing, quality control, and accuracy assessment of geospatial datasets.
• Support survey and mapping projects through data processing and analysis.
• Prepare mapping exhibits, figures, and technical deliverables.
• Maintain organized project files and metadata.
• Coordinate with surveyors, engineers, GIS professionals, and project managers.
• Perform QA/QC reviews of geospatial data.
• Assist with field survey operations as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Geospatial data management

QA/QC

Self-motivation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Geomatics/Geography/GIS/Surveying Technology/Remote Sensing

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Civil 3D

Pix4D

DJI Terra

Trimble Business Center

MicroStation

RIEGL RiScan Pro

Job description

NV5, Inc. is seeking a Geospatial Technician I to support UAV data collection, LiDAR acquisition, and geospatial deliverable development across transportation, utility, and land development projects.

The role involves processing point clouds, generating DTMs/DSMs, and ensuring data quality while collaborating with surveyors, engineers, and GIS professionals. This entry-level position offers growth in surveying, remote sensing, and geospatial data management within the Geomatics team, with