Geospatial Technician

NV5 • Dulles, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you driven by a passion for geospatial data analysis, mapping and innovation to work in dynamic environment? Join a forward-thinking NV5 team at the forefront of cutting-edge geospatial analysis and technologies. We're looking for detail oriented talented individuals ready to take their geospatial and analytical skills to the next level. If you're ready to make an impact, apply today!
NV5 Geospatial is the geospatial pioneer pushing the boundaries of data and analytics to deliver actionable solutions to transform the way our clients utilize, and value geospatial data is seeking a detail-oriented Geospatial Technician to support high-impact projects in our Dulles, VA office located in the Washington, DC Metro area near Loudoun Gateway Silverline metro station.
Work Environment:
Location: Onsite at the NV5 Geospatial Dulles, VA Office
Travel: <10% of the time
NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.
At NV5 Geospatial, we are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

Requirements

• Familiarity with geospatial and CAD software packages such as ESRI Suite, QGIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD
• Experience using Python, SQL for GIS or data workflows, and programming
• Strong understanding of spatial analysis concepts
• Ability to work efficiently under time pressure
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Excellent attention to detail, focus, and spatial reasoning skills
• Must be authorized to work in the US

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, Data Science, Civil Engineering, Cartography, or related discipline
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in a technical, professional work environment

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality static and interactive maps, and data driven analytical reports to support aviation, transportation and A&E industries.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity through rigorous quality control and documentation.
• Use Python for geospatial data processing, ETL workflows, and basic automation (e.g., ArcPy, GeoPandas, Pandas).
• Familiarity with database systems such as MS SQL, Postgres, MongoDB.
• ssist with data validation, SQL queries, extract, transformation, quality checks and reports generation across multiple data sources
• Collaborate with experienced analysts and team leaders for hands-on training on the workflows.
• Learn to operate advanced photogrammetric software e.g., Trimble Inpho Match AT, DAT/EM Summit Evolution, SOCET GXP, and stereo workstations to perform interior, relative, absolute orientations, and 3D feature extraction for data modelling and obstruction analysis.

Benefits

• NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees