LiDAR Calibration Analyst
Nv5
Ensures accuracy and QA/QC of airborne LiDAR data through calibration and validation.
5 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Onsite
Company Size
2,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Infrastructure Engineering
Utility Services
Building & Technology
Environmental Health Sciences
Geospatial Technology Services
Construction Quality Assurance
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Buildings
Utilities
Government
Construction
Environmental
Energy
Water Resources
Role
What you would be doing
lidar calibration
boresight adjustment
data merging
qa/qc
workflow automation
flight review
- Identify and troubleshoot calibration or alignment issues with guidance from senior staff.
- Combine and align LiDAR swaths into seamless, spatially accurate datasets.
- Perform relative and absolute LiDAR calibration and boresight adjustments using tools such as TerraMatch, StripAlign, and related software.
- Document calibration parameters, QA results, and accuracy assessments in project tracking systems.
- Review and validate flight trajectories, line overlap, and control accuracy prior to production processing.
- Follow and contribute to established production workflows to maintain efficiency and data consistency.
- Support workflow automation or scripting (e.g., Python or VB) when applicable.
- Communicate calibration status and findings clearly with acquisition, calibration, and processing teams.
- Maintain organized data management and file structures across multiple projects.
- Conduct detailed QA/QC to ensure data meets both absolute and relative accuracy standards.
What you bring
gnss/imu
terrasolid
bayesmap
esri
python
bachelor’s
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong documentation skills.
- 3+ years of experience in a technical, production-oriented geospatial environment.
- Familiarity with GNSS/IMU data and trajectory processing.
- Hands-on experience with LiDAR sensor or swath calibration using TerraSolid tools and/or BayesMap StripAlign.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn and contribute to continuous improvement of workflows and methodologies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Understanding error sources in airborne LiDAR datasets and methods for identifying orientation or trajectory issues.
- Competence in ESRI, CADD, and other vector-based software.
- Demonstrate attention to detail and accountability for data quality and project timelines.
- Ability to prioritize multiple calibration tasks in a production-focused environment.
- Experience with BayesMap StripAlign, trajectory manipulation, or GNSS/IMU processing.
- Working knowledge of datums, projections, and coordinate transformations.
- Familiarity with USGS LiDAR Base Specification or ASPRS accuracy standards.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent professional experience.
- Working knowledge of TerraSolid software and ESRI tools.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills with a proactive, quality-driven mindset.
- Exposure to alignment of terrestrial or mobile LiDAR datasets.
- Knowledge of Python, CADD, or Visual Basic; experience with workflow scripting or automation.
- 1–3 years of experience in LiDAR calibration, QA/QC, or geospatial data production.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 2015
Year Established
The company was established in 2015, marking its entry into the engineering and consulting industry.
- offers a broad spectrum of engineering, consulting, and technical services
- focuses on infrastructure, energy, and industrial sectors, operating on large-scale projects across the globe
- expertise spans civil engineering, building systems, water resources, and environmental services
- helps clients with everything from large infrastructure development to specialized environmental solutions
- notable projects include transportation networks, utilities, water treatment facilities, and urban developments
- continues to expand through strategic acquisitions, bringing more expertise into the fold
- known for leveraging advanced technologies and innovative solutions to deliver high-quality results
- Commitment to excellence
- Integrity and transparency
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Client-centered focus
- Innovation and creativity
- Respect for people and communities
Net Zero by 2050
Sustainability Goal
Achieving net zero emissions to minimize environmental impact.
- Committed to environmental sustainability and reducing environmental impact.
- Works on projects contributing to sustainable infrastructure and green energy solutions.
- Integrates sustainable practices into engineering, architecture, and construction services.
- Implements energy-saving strategies across operations and service offerings.
Women Represent 25%
Workforce Diversity
Women make up 25% of the workforce as of 2023.
- Focused on fostering an inclusive culture where diverse talent is valued.
- Actively works to increase representation across all levels of the organization.
- Has specific gender and diversity recruitment goals to address underrepresentation in certain sectors.
- Supports employee resource groups that foster networking and career development opportunities for diverse groups.
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