LiDAR Quality Analyst

About the role

This position supports operations within the Geospatial Technology Services department, focusing on detailed analysis and review of various geospatial data types for state, federal, and private clients across the US. It offers an excellent career opportunity to join a multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm, with potential for professional growth and the chance to work with the latest geospatial technology.

Responsibilities

• QA/QC of elevation data, imagery, other GIS data, and associated data products
• Providing feedback on all stages of production
• Creation and analysis of derivative data layers
• Supporting and leading process improvements
• Report and metadata creation and review
• Supporting the creation, modification, and maintenance of internal documentation (e.g., standard operating procedures, checklists, and report/metadata templates)
• Training junior staff in QA/QC procedures and production workflows, including development and planning of training
• Leading quality review meetings and helping prioritize tasks and projects
• Representing the quality team during client meetings
• Assisting project managers with scope, budget, and resource estimations related to QA/QC activities
• Understanding client expectations and translating those to analysts when data modifications are required
• Assigning tasks and coordinating with analysts, technicians, or administrative staff
• Composing and preparing technical writing beyond existing templates

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in the GIS/Remote Sensing field
• Creative problem-solving skills
• In-depth knowledge of Esri software, including ArcGIS Pro
• Experience with digital elevation data, imagery, and other geospatial products
• Experience providing quality assurance and quality control of geospatial products
• Working knowledge of TerraScan
• Proficiency with other geospatial software suites such as Global Mapper or LP360
• Experience with national elevation programs, such as USGS 3DEP and/or USGS 3DHP
• Experience with industry standards and specifications (e.g., ASPRS Positional Accuracy Standards for Digital Geospatial Data (2014), USGS Lidar Base Specifications)
• Proficiency in standard office computer applications, including MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desired Experience

• Experience creating scripts/models/macros in multiple GIS/remote sensing platforms
• Bathymetric data processing and/or verification experience
• Familiarity with CMMI Frameworks
• Familiarity with Section 508 compliance
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)

Pay

The projected range for this position is $69,000–$88,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, location, and market conditions.