The LiDAR Analyst is responsible for producing LiDAR data, including point cloud processing, classification, feature extraction, and calibration, to ensure products meet customer expectations. The role involves trajectory processing, project setup, data ingestion, quality control, and technical support. The analyst also provides feedback to LiDAR technicians and supports project management with client relations.

Responsibilities

1. Data Processing and Management:
Trajectory Processing: Carry out trajectory processing for airborne LIDAR missions to ensure precise
Project Setup: Execute project setups, including the integration of boundaries, tile indexing, and macro
Data Ingestion: Ingest and catalog field-collected data, ensuring proper organization and accessibility for
2. Quality Control and Assurance:
Level 1 QC Routines: Initiate and review Level 1 quality control routines, maintaining high standards of data
Project Adjustment: Perform both relative and absolute project adjustments to ensure the accuracy of
LAS File Management: Edit and clean base LAS files to generate fully classified LAS files, ensuring data meets
classification standards.\Quality Measures Implementation: Implement quality control measures, including accuracy checks and classification validations, to uphold data precision
3. Technical Operations and Support:
Macro Development: Create and modify macros tailored to project-specific requirements, enhancing processing efficiency.
Sensor Calibration: Generate instrument files necessary for proper calibration of sensors, ensuring accurate data collection.
Client Support: Provide technical insights to Project Management upon project awards, facilitating informed decision-making and client satisfaction.
4. Project Optimization and Compliance:
Hydrological Feature Extraction: Extract hydrological features from LAS files, contributing to detailed
Process Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot automation issues and create support tickets when necessary to resolve technical failures promptly.
Quality Standards Adherence: Ensure all work complies with quality standards for first-time client acceptance and punctual final delivery.
5. Policy and Procedure Enhancement:
ISO Work Instructions: Review and propose revisions to ISO Work Instructions, ensuring procedures are up to-date and compliant with industry standards.
Peer Review: Perform peer reviews and provide constructive feedback to LIDAR Technicians, fostering a
6. Strategic Improvement and Reporting:
Solutions Identification: Identify and recommend alternative solutions for complex problem-solving,
Status Reporting: Maintain up-to-date status reporting and tracking for all projects, ensuring transparency and project progression monitoring.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Remote Sensing, Earth Sciences, or related field (will accept commensurate
3+ years’ airborne LIDAR production, classification, and editing experience.
Proficiency with PosPac and other airborne processing software and techniques.
Proficiency with mapping software including TerraSolid and Microstation.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience analyzing complex problems and recommending solutions.
Strong detail orientation and commitment to quality.
Experience training technical staff on products and services.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Adaptable to changing schedules and priorities based on client needs.

Nice to have

5+ years’ relevant experience.
Familiarity with and ability to learn GeoCue, LasTools, and ArcGIS

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts