UAS Data Processing Technician

Overview

Process UAS photogrammetry and LiDAR data for topographic mapping and support field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• flight planning
• terrain analysis
• data acquisition
• data processing
• photogrammetry
• lidar processing

Tasks

-Collaborate with lead pilots to plan UAS flight missions, including terrain analysis, Aerial Control Point layout, and data acquisition strategies. -Collaborate with survey, GIS, and engineering teams to ensure data accuracy needs and project objective alignment. -Participate in team development by mentoring junior staff. -Stay informed about emerging UAS technologies and best practices to continuously adapt current CEC workflows to meet new demands. -Apply strong planning and organizational skills to manage data processing for multiple concurrent projects. -Process UAS/remote sensing photogrammetry and LiDAR datasets for topographic and related mapping deliverables. -Support occasional field operations serving as a Pilot in Command (if licensed) or Visual Observer (if not licensed) for data collection, validation, and QA/QC.

Requirements

• civil 3d
• pix4d
• uas master
• faa part 107
• arcgis
• lidar

What You Bring

-Strong planning and organization skills -Proficiency in relevant processing software Civil 3D, Pix4D, LP360, UAS Master, TBC, Esri GIS products, or similar platforms -Utilize and maintain proficiency in geospatial and CAD software including -Esri GIS products including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online -UAV flight experience (manual or autonomous) -Background in geomatics, civil engineering, geospatial sciences, or related field -Strong desire to mentor and teach others -Ability to estimate processing efforts during the proposal phase -Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and ability to adapt to new technologies -Field surveying experience -Excellent written and verbal communication skills -Ability to manage varying workloads and prioritize tasks -2+ years of experience with UAS or geospatial data processing -UAS Master -FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate -Proven experience in topographic mapping using photography and LiDAR -AutoCAD Civil 3D -Familiarity with UAS flight planning best practices and software Mission planner, Q-ground control, UGCS, etc.

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Benefits

-Trimble Business Center

About Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

-The firm blends environmental, civil/site development, ecological, waste management and water‑resources expertise into integrated multidisciplinary teams. -Typical projects range from air‑quality assessments and stormwater design to waste‑site engineering and ecological studies. -CEC’s cross‑disciplinary model positions it to tackle complex infrastructure, environmental compliance and remediation challenges nationwide.

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