LiDAR Calibration Senior Analyst

The Senior Analyst works both independently and as part of a collaborative team to produce finalized LiDAR deliverables that meet internal and client specifications. They are responsible for performing calibration and adjustment of LiDAR swaths, validating data accuracy, and driving process efficiencies across the production line. The ideal candidate demonstrates a deep understanding of LiDAR calibration, sensor geometry, and error sources, with the ability to communicate technical results clearly and proactively support production goals.

• Apply creative problem-solving to refine calibration methodologies and support evolving client needs.
• Combine and align LiDAR swaths into spatially accurate, seamless datasets.
• Provide mentorship, training, and technical guidance to calibration and processing team members.
• Document calibration parameters, accuracy assessments, and QA results in project tracking systems.
• Support automation and workflow scripting (e.g., Python or VB) where applicable to improve processing consistency.
• Maintain clear communication with acquisition, calibration, and processing teams regarding production status and data readiness.
• Ensure adherence to data management standards and maintain organized file structures across multiple projects.
• 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.
• Improve, document, and communicate workflow processes to enhance production throughput and efficiency.
• Perform relative and absolute LiDAR calibration and boresight adjustments using tools such as TerraMatch, StripAlign, and related software.
• Review and validate trajectories, flight line overlap, and control accuracy prior to production processing.

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

• Excellent problem-solving skills across multiple software environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a proactive, quality-driven mindset.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical, production-oriented geospatial environment.
• Master’s degree in relevant science, math, or engineering discipline.
• Knowledge of Python, CADD, and Visual Basic. Experience creating scripts or macros in GIS/LiDAR platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Engineering, or related field — or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience aligning terrestrial or mobile LiDAR datasets.
• Creative aptitude for improving workflows and applying new technical solutions.
• Experience in airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing (GNSS/IMU).
• Ability to train others effectively and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Strong understanding of error sources in airborne LiDAR datasets and methods for identifying orientation or trajectory issues.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and solid organizational and documentation skills.
• Proven experience with LiDAR sensor or swath calibration using TerraSolid tools and/or BayesMap StripAlign.
• 3+ years of experience in LiDAR calibration, QA/QC, or geospatial data production.
• Familiarity with USGS LiDAR Base Specification or ASPRS accuracy standards.
• Prior experience with BayesMap StripAlign, trajectory manipulation, or GNSS/IMU processing.
• Solid understanding of datums, projections, and coordinate transformations.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple calibration tasks in a production setting.
• Confident working knowledge of TerraSolid software and ESRI tools.
• Competent in ESRI, CADD, and other vector-based software.
• Demonstrate strong judgment in troubleshooting and resolving calibration or alignment issues.

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