Geospatial Analyst I
About The Position
NV5 is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geospatial Technician I to join our Geomatics team. This position supports a variety of survey, mapping, LiDAR, and geospatial data acquisition projects throughout the Mountain West and Pacific Northwest. The successful candidate will assist with UAV-based data collection, LiDAR acquisition, point cloud processing, mapping, and geospatial deliverable development for transportation, utility, infrastructure, land development, and public agency projects. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong technical foundation in geospatial technologies who is looking to build a career in surveying, remote sensing, and geospatial data management.
Requirements
- Associate's degree 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.
- Understanding of survey measurement principles and sources of error.
- Ability to evaluate survey data for completeness, accuracy, and precision.
- Knowledge of boundary evidence, public land survey systems, property corner recovery, and cadastral surveying principles.
- Ability to download, process, review, and edit field-collected survey data.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining project schedules.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with mobile mapping systems.
- Experience processing terrestrial, mobile, or aerial LiDAR datasets.
- Knowledge of photogrammetry workflows.
- Familiarity with GNSS and survey control methodologies.
- Experience with transportation, utility, corridor, or land development projects.
- Understanding of coordinate systems, datums, and geodetic principles.
- Experience operating fixed-wing and/or multi-rotor UAV platforms.
- Experience with Trimble Business Center (TBC)
- Experience with ArcGIS Pro
- Experience with Civil 3D
- Experience with Pix4D
- Experience with DJI Terra
- Experience with MicroStation
- Experience with RIEGL RiScan Pro
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 digital terrain models (DTMs), digital surface models (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 quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews of geospatial data.
- Assist with field survey operations as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
