Senior Remote Sensing Technician - LiDAR & Imagery Expert

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Remote Sensing Technician to join our Geospatial Department. You will post-process aerial data to final deliverables supporting multiple markets and users.

You will ensure accuracy of LiDAR and imagery data from manned and unmanned aircraft, perform quality control, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with project leads to deliver reliable results.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience or Associate degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Minimum 3+ years in a senior technician role.
• ASPRS certifications highly desired.
• Strong understanding of LiDAR and remote sensing principles and data processing.
• Proficiency with Remote Sensing software and tools listed in the qualifications.
• Scripting or light programming knowledge to support automation.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Remote Sensing Leadership and Project Leads to meet project expectations.
• Perform post-processing procedures according to internal guidelines and industry best practices.
• Create final deliverables based on project scope for various markets ready for the client as final deliverables.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to aerial datasets.
• Conduct thorough quality control checks to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in remote sensing.
• Assist in development and implementation of standard operating procedures for aerial deliverables.
• Collaborate with software vendors to address issues and obtain support.
• Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
• Assist with testing and implementation of new software.

Skills

Remote sensing concepts

LiDAR data processing

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Independent work & multitasking

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in geomatics or related field

ASPRS certifications desirable

Tools

TerraSolid

RiProcess

MicroStation

MetaShape

Photoshop

PLS-CADD

TopoDOT

Job description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Remote Sensing Technician to join our Geospatial Department. You will post-process aerial data to final deliverables supporting multiple markets and users.

You will ensure accuracy of LiDAR and imagery data from manned and unmanned aircraft, perform quality control, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with project leads to deliver reliable results.