Reality Capture Specialist

Lexicon Inc; Little Rock (AR); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA with Employer contributions

Vision Insurance

Group and Voluntary Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Critical Illness Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

401(k) with Employer Match

ESOP

Job summary

Lexicon Inc. in Little Rock, AR seeks a Reality Capture Specialist to lead field operations using drones, 360° cameras, and LiDAR to capture site data for surveys, progress monitoring, and inspections.

You will deploy and maintain Reality Capture hardware/software, ensure FAA Part 107 compliance, travel up to 40% to sites, and collaborate with project teams to support construction and maintenance projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in reality capture or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in reality capture operations.
• Knowledge of aerial and ground imaging, photogrammetry, and related software.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% to various sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform field operations: fly drones and operate equipment to support surveying, progress monitoring, inspections, and safety assessments.
• Capture data using UAVs, 360° cameras, and handheld LiDAR to support analysis and reporting.
• Maintain FAA Part 107 compliance and company safety standards; ensure documentation is current.
• Maintain and troubleshoot reality capture hardware and software to keep equipment operational.
• Plan and execute drone flights, perform pre-flight checks, monitor data quality in real time, and transfer data securely.
• Must be available for overtime and maintain punctual attendance.

Skills

Reality Capture

Aerial Imaging

Ground Imaging

Photogrammetry

Software Knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Travel up to 40%

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Reality Capture Technology

Tools

Reality Capture platforms

GIS / Mapping tools

CAD software

Job description

Lexicon offers a unique combination of capabilities. Our services include construction management, fabrication, erection, mechanical installation, and plant maintenance for heavy industrial, commercial, and roadway projects, as well as a full spectrum of golf course construction and management services.

Position Summary

The Reality Capture Specialist primarily performs field operations—flying drones, capturing site data, conducting assessments, and carrying out inspections using advanced Reality Capture technology.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Field Operations: Execute Reality Capture activities on construction sites, including flying drones and operating equipment to support surveying, progress monitoring, inspections, and safety assessments.
• Data Capture: Use Reality Capture tools such as UAVs, 360° cameras, and handheld LiDAR scanners to collect high-quality site data for analysis and reporting
• Compliance and Safety: Adhere to all FAA Part 107 regulations and company safety standards, ensuring Reality Capture operations remain compliant and all required documentation is current.
• Equipment Maintenance: Implement, administrate and maintain Reality Capture hardware and software, troubleshoot issues, and ensure all equipment is fully operational.
• Deployment & Operation (Remote and On-Site): Deploy and operate Reality Capture equipment both remotely and on-site, including planning and executing drone flights, performing pre-flight and scan checks, monitoring data quality in real time, and securely transferring collected data while maintaining accurate logs and project metadata.
• Schedule and Availability: Must be available for overtime as needed and maintain consistent, punctual attendance.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Reality Capture Technology, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or a related field.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of experience in Reality Capture operations, preferably within the construction or industrial sectors.
• Basic knowledge of Reality Capture platforms, aerial & ground imaging technologies, photogrammetry and software.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 40% to various job sites and locations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GIS/mapping tools and CAD software for construction site applications.
• Prior experience in Reality Capture based solutions for surveying, inspection, or progress monitoring within the construction industry.

Physical Demands

• Remote work arrangements may be considered; however, significant travel to job sites, client locations, and company offices is required
• Adaptability and the ability to work independently in diverse settings are critical to success in this role.
• Ability to lift & carry equipment up to50LBrepeatedly and climb ladders or scaffolding safely (per job‑site safety standards).
• All the physical demands listed are essential functions.
• Medical Insurance
• HSA with Employer contributions
• Vision Insurance
• Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• ESOP

Accessibility

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Email: [e-mail]

Drug Free Workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.