LiDAR - Quicklook Data Verification Technician

• Support team training and mentoring on data verification procedures as needed
• Apply technical skills using ESRI, CADD, and vector-based software
• Document and report data anomalies, collaborating with acquisition and production teams to resolve issues
• Receive raw data from acquisition teams and ensure proper logging and file organization
• Conduct quality checks on data post-acquisition to identify errors, inconsistencies, or gaps
• Maintain rigorous data management and file organization practices
• Perform prompt verification of airborne and mobile LiDAR, orthoimagery, and other geospatial datasets
• Extract LiDAR and orthoimagery data from raw formats using sensor-specific processing suites (e.g., RiProcess)

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

• Capable of learning from mistakes and applying feedback constructively
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve across software platforms
• Experience with ESRI or vector-based software
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
• Experience with trajectory manipulation and alignment of terrestrial or mobile LiDAR datasets
• Experience with GNSS/IMU processing and positioning
• Basic understanding of datums and projections
• Able to work 5 days per week in our Portland, OR office
• Prior exposure to sensor or swath calibration and software like POSPac or Applanix
• Knowledge of Python (Dask library) or Visual Basic for automation and data checks
• 6+ months of relevant professional experience
• In-depth knowledge of datums and projections
• Critical thinking and analytical skills to identify and resolve data quality issues
• Understanding of data sources, acquisition methods, and potential error sources
• Demonstrates professional, collaborative, and positive demeanor under tight deadlines
• Proficient in maintaining organized and secure data management systems
• Comfort with ambiguity and limited direction; ability to adapt and propose practical solutions
• Bachelor’s degree in a science, math, or engineering program
• Recognize and understand sources of error in airborne and mobile datasets
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently produce accurate work

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.