[Hiring] Remote Sensing Specialist @Woolpert

Role Description

Woolpert is hiring a Remote Sensing Specialist to join our dynamic Aerial Operations team. This position is responsible for downloading, processing, QA/QC, sensor calibration and reporting of bathymetric lidar, topographic lidar, and aerial imagery sensors. This position can require both domestic and international travel for sensor support and troubleshooting. This is a mid-level position where dedicated individuals with critical thinking and problem-solving skills have the opportunity to excel.

What You Will Do:

• Download, process, QA/QC collected bathymetric lidar, topographic lidar, and aerial imagery.
• Support sensor installation and integration into aircraft.
• Facilitate calibration of bathymetric lidar, topographic lidar, and aerial imagery systems.
• Sensor and Equipment Maintenance: Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sensor equipment on the ground and in flight.
• Support mission planning and execution.
• Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment.
• Develop modern approaches to bathymetric lidar, topographic lidar, aerial imagery processing, QA/QC, and calibration.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external clients.

Qualifications

• Desire to learn and be involved in a dynamic operational team.
• Understanding of computer hardware.
• Understanding of Lidar Sensor Suites (Leica/Riegl).
• 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 to travel 10-20% of the year both CONUS and OCONUS.
• 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 the following: Leica LSS, MissionPro, HxMap, Inertial Explorer, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Qimera, Global Mapper, QINSy, HYPACK, Edgetech Discover, TerraSolid, and SonarWiz.
• Strong working knowledge of geomatics and mapping concepts (academic and/or professional).
• 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

• 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.