Geospatial Calibration Technician III

SAM, LLC•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles. Your Impact at SAM Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products Daily processing and data management of LiDAR and Imagery data Utilization of Applanix and Riegl Software Calibration of LIDAR data and aerial imagery Aerial Triangulation Technical problem solving on advanced geospatial/remote sensing challenges Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Experience working with Riegl Sensors (Airborne and Mobile preferred)
Experience working with Riegl and Applanix Processing Software
Experience with Terrasolid (Scan, Match, Photo, Model)
Microstation experience a must
Excellent technical problem solving skills
3-10 years of progressive experience in CAD environments
3-10 years of progressive experience with spreadsheets or GIS tools
3-10 years of experience with LiDAR classification
3-10 years of experience with compilation from LiDAR or stereo imagery
Excellent computer and technical skills, including PLS-CAD, Microstation, and/or ArcGIS and MS Office Suite preferred
Proficient in technical math, including Geometry and Trigonometry
Strong listening, writing and verbal communication skills
Proven work history, strong work ethic and team-player attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience with Bayesmap StripAlign a plus
Aerial triangulation experience a plus
Field experience collecting geospatial/remote sensing data a plus
Field experience collecting conventional survey data a plus
Office experience processing survey data a plus

Responsibilities

Daily processing of geospatial data, including evaluating accuracy and sufficiency, and ensuring compliance to applicable project and industry standards related to aerial mapping products
Daily processing and data management of LiDAR and Imagery data
Utilization of Applanix and Riegl Software
Calibration of LIDAR data and aerial imagery
Aerial Triangulation
Technical problem solving on advanced geospatial/remote sensing challenges
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

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