Remote Sensing Technician

Woolpert, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Place to Work certification

Freedom to work program

Principal program: owner potential

Job summary

Woolpert, Inc. is seeking an entry‑level Remote Sensing Technician to join our Geospatial Team in Denver. The role involves sensor operation, data processing, and reporting for airborne mapping missions with 30–60 days of travel at a time.

Applicants must have work authorization in the U.S. and be willing to travel internationally as needed. The position emphasizes learning, teamwork, and strong problem‑solving abilities, with experience in GIS and geospatial data workflows a plus.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Download, process, edit, and troubleshoot sensor data collected in the field.
• Set up and operate ground GPS base stations and perform 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

Geospatial concepts

Problem solving

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

US work authorization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Leica LSS

MissionPro

MicroStation

ArcGIS

Qimera

Global Mapper

QINSy

HYPACK

Edgetech Discover

TerraSolid

SonarWiz

Job description

Overview

Woolpert is a global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with technology to deliver client value and support career growth.

Position: Remote Sensing Technician is part of the Geospatial Team. The role involves sensor operation, data processing, and reporting for airborne mapping missions. Domestic and international travel is required. This is an entry‑level position seeking individuals with critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to excel.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must already have work authorization in the country where the job is located. Travel requirement: 30–60 days at a time for project assignments, both domestic and international.

What You Will Do

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

What You Will Bring

• Desire to learn and contribute to a dynamic operational team.
• Understanding of computer hardware.
• Understanding of Geographic Information Systems.
• U.S. citizenship; valid U.S. passport and willingness to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary.
• Willingness to undergo pre‑employment verification and drug screening.
• Willingness to work a rotational schedule with travel 30 to 90 days and 20+ days off.
• Land Survey experience is a plus.
• High School Diploma and/or GED or related experience.
• Data Acquisition & Processing: participate in ground and flight operations, including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, communications, and safety.
• Ensure proper data collection for accuracy and quality.
• Experience with bathymetric or hydrographic data is a plus.
• Experience with Leica LSS, MissionPro, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Qimera, Global Mapper, QINSy, HYPACK, Edgetech Discover, TerraSolid, and SonarWiz.
• Strong working knowledge of geomatics and mapping concepts.
• Working knowledge of aerial acquisition systems preferred.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team; provide constructive feedback to support goals.
• Previous Land Surveying experience is a plus.

Benefits You Will Love

• Great Place to Work certification; Woolpert is a fast‑growing firm with offices worldwide and meaningful projects that improve quality of life.
• Freedom to work program: set your own schedule and location where appropriate.
• Principal program: 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: learning and growth opportunities across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, and employee assistance program.

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

Pay Range: $24.57 — $30.72 USD

Find out more about Woolpert at the following link: http://woolpert.com/about-us/

Equal Opportunity Employer Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals and recruits, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected status as required by law. See our EEO resources on our website.

Applicants who require accommodation during the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting [e-mail].

If you need to reschedule or cancel your interview, please contact your recruiter at [e-mail].

Note to Agencies: Please do not contact Woolpert employees about this requisition. Resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies will be the property of Woolpert only if engaged by Woolpert’s Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and an agreement is in place. If a candidate is hired outside of the agency process, no fee is paid.