NV5 Global-posted 2 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Portland, OR
5,001-10,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

The LiDAR Calibration Analyst plays an important role in the production workflow by ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and completeness of airborne LiDAR datasets prior to downstream processing. This position focuses on technical execution of calibration, QA/QC, and data validation to ensure that final products meet internal and client standards. The Analyst works both independently and as part of a collaborative team to perform calibration and adjustment of LiDAR swaths, validate data accuracy, and maintain organized documentation. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of LiDAR calibration principles, sensor geometry, and data accuracy assessment, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment. This position is onsite at the NV5 office in Portland, OR.

  • Perform relative and absolute LiDAR calibration and boresight adjustments using tools such as TerraMatch, StripAlign, and related software.
  • Review and validate flight trajectories, line overlap, and control accuracy prior to production processing.
  • Combine and align LiDAR swaths into seamless, spatially accurate datasets.
  • Conduct detailed QA/QC to ensure data meets both absolute and relative accuracy standards.
  • Identify and troubleshoot calibration or alignment issues with guidance from senior staff.
  • Communicate calibration status and findings clearly with acquisition, calibration, and processing teams.
  • Document calibration parameters, QA results, and accuracy assessments in project tracking systems.
  • Follow and contribute to established production workflows to maintain efficiency and data consistency.
  • Maintain organized data management and file structures across multiple projects.
  • Support workflow automation or scripting (e.g., Python or VB) when applicable.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and accountability for data quality and project timelines.
  • Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Engineering, or related field - or equivalent professional experience.
  • 1-3 years of experience in LiDAR calibration, QA/QC, or geospatial data production.
  • Working knowledge of TerraSolid software and ESRI tools.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong documentation skills.
  • 3+ years of experience in a technical, production-oriented geospatial environment.
  • Experience with BayesMap StripAlign, trajectory manipulation, or GNSS/IMU processing.
  • Exposure to alignment of terrestrial or mobile LiDAR datasets.
  • Knowledge of Python, CADD, or Visual Basic; experience with workflow scripting or automation.
  • Familiarity with USGS LiDAR Base Specification or ASPRS accuracy standards.
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • PTO
  • 401(k)
  • Professional development/advancement opportunities
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