LiDAR Calibration Senior Analyst
Nv5
Ensure accurate LiDAR datasets through calibration, QA/QC, and workflow optimization.
5 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 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
calibration
boresight
qa/qc
automation
data management
mentorship
- Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to calibration and processing team members.
- Ensure adherence to data management standards and maintain organized file structures across multiple projects.
- Perform relative and absolute LiDAR calibration and boresight adjustments using tools such as TerraMatch, StripAlign, and related software.
- Monitor key performance indicators (e.g., workflow velocity, throughput) and identify process improvements.
- Conduct rigorous QA/QC to ensure both absolute and relative accuracy standards are met.
- Combine and align LiDAR swaths into spatially accurate, seamless datasets.
- Support automation and workflow scripting (e.g., Python or VB) where applicable to improve processing consistency.
- Document calibration parameters, accuracy assessments, and QA results in project tracking systems.
- Improve, document, and communicate workflow processes to enhance production throughput and efficiency.
- Review and validate trajectories, flight line overlap, and control accuracy prior to production processing.
- Maintain clear communication with acquisition, calibration, and processing teams regarding production status and data readiness.
- Apply creative problem-solving to refine calibration methodologies and support evolving client needs.
What you bring
esri
cadd
python
terrasolid
master’s
lidar calibration
- Competent in ESRI, CADD, and other vector-based software.
- Knowledge of Python, CADD, and Visual Basic. Experience creating scripts or macros in GIS/LiDAR platforms.
- Creative aptitude for improving workflows and applying new technical solutions.
- Confident working knowledge of TerraSolid software and ESRI tools.
- Master’s degree in relevant science, math, or engineering discipline.
- Experience in airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing (GNSS/IMU).
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and solid organizational and documentation skills.
- Solid understanding of datums, projections, and coordinate transformations.
- Proven experience with LiDAR sensor or swath calibration using TerraSolid tools and/or BayesMap StripAlign.
- Familiarity with USGS LiDAR Base Specification or ASPRS accuracy standards.
- Strong understanding of error sources in airborne LiDAR datasets and methods for identifying orientation or trajectory issues.
- Ability to train others effectively and maintain professionalism under pressure.
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple calibration tasks in a production setting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent professional experience.
- Excellent problem-solving skills across multiple software environments.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills with a proactive, quality-driven mindset.
- 3+ years of experience in LiDAR calibration, QA/QC, or geospatial data production.
- Experience aligning terrestrial or mobile LiDAR datasets.
- Demonstrate strong judgment in troubleshooting and resolving calibration or alignment issues.
- Prior experience with BayesMap StripAlign, trajectory manipulation, or GNSS/IMU processing.
- 5+ years of experience in a technical, production-oriented geospatial environment.
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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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