LIDAR Technician / Cartographer

Job Duties

• Analyze and edit topobathy point cloud LIDAR data to ensure proper classification of shoreline features and accurate representation of bathymetric depth.
• Compile, edit, and attribute shoreline shapefile products to delineate mean high water and mean low water for the U.S. and its territories.
• Quality assurance and quality control of contractor produced topobathy LIDAR data, normalized intensity data, topobathy DEMs, and total propagated uncertainty (TPU) data through detailed visual inspection and metadata verification.
• Resolve complex discrepancies in source material by researching and cross-referencing historical charts, legacy imagery, and Electronic Navigational Chart shapefiles.
• Ensure all cartographic products maintain strict compliance with NGS LIDAR, topology, and data stewardship standards.
• Provide expert-level technical guidance and training to new personnel to ensure consistency in shoreline delineation and attribution.
• Collaborate on the development of innovative tools and methodologies to streamline production workflows and integrate emerging geospatial technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science degree in GIS, Geography, or related discipline.
• 4+ years of relevant experience.
• 4+ years using MicroStation and Terrasolid Suite to edit and clean LIDAR data.
• 4+ years making and using DEMs for quality control.
• 4+ years using ArcMap Suite / ArcGIS Pro, Google Earth, LP360, GeoCue, QT Modeler, and Global Mapper.
• Ability to work quickly while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a team and independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to work with sensitive or classified data.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to pass a Public Trust background investigation to obtain a security badge.

Pay

The salary for this position is approximately $75,000 - $85,000/year.

Schedule

This is a fully remote position supporting work in Silver Spring, MD. Preference for a hybrid role if candidate is local.

Benefits

• All full-time employees are eligible to participate in our flexible benefits package, which includes:
• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance

About Us

Entarian considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the location, scope, and associated responsibilities of the specific position, as well as a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Contact

To apply directly, visit our Careers Portal. For inquiries, email the team at careers@entarian.com. Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.