UAS Data Processing Technician

Overview

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

Key Responsibilities

• uas tech
• data processing
• photogrammetry
• lidar mapping
• flight planning
• pilot ops

Tasks

-Stay informed about emerging UAS technologies and best practices to continuously adapt current CEC workflows to meet new demands. -Participate in team development by mentoring junior staff. -Collaborate with survey, GIS, and engineering teams to ensure data accuracy needs and project objective alignment. -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. -Collaborate with lead pilots to plan UAS flight missions, including terrain analysis, Aerial Control Point layout, and data acquisition strategies. -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

• autocad civil 3d
• pix4d
• arcgis
• uas
• faa part 107
• mentoring

What You Bring

If you are technically skilled, organized, and passionate about remote sensing applications, and you enjoy mentoring others, this is an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic and forward-thinking team! We are seeking an Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) Data Processing Technician with a collaborative mindset and a passion for geospatial data and cutting-edge technology in our Pittsburgh, PA office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum 2–3 years of UAS or survey geospatial data processing experience, with a strong background in topographic mapping using both photogrammetry and LiDAR. This is a hybrid role focused primarily on office-based processing with occasional field support. -AutoCAD Civil 3D -Utilize and maintain proficiency in geospatial and CAD software including: -Strong desire to mentor and teach others -2+ years of experience with UAS or geospatial data processing -FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate -Strong planning and organization skills -Familiarity with UAS flight planning best practices and software: Mission planner, Q-ground control, UGCS, etc. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills -UAV flight experience (manual or autonomous) -Background in geomatics, civil engineering, geospatial sciences, or related field -Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and ability to adapt to new technologies -Field surveying experience -Proven experience in topographic mapping using photography and LiDAR -Esri GIS products including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online -Ability to estimate processing efforts during the proposal phase -Proficiency in relevant processing software: Civil 3D, Pix4D, LP360, UAS Master, TBC, Esri GIS products, or similar platforms -Ability to manage varying workloads and prioritize tasks -UAS Master

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Benefits

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance. We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success. -Trimble Business Center

About CEC

-Delivers innovative design solutions across multiple disciplines, including air quality, civil engineering, cultural resources, ecological sciences, environmental engineering and sciences, manufacturing infrastructure services, planning and survey, transportation engineering, waste management, and water resources. -Organizes operations through multi-disciplined Industry Consulting Groups (ICGs) tailored to sectors such as manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, power, public sector, real estate, and solid waste markets. -Ensures services are closely aligned with client business objectives, fostering a culture of accountability and personal investment in client success through its employee-owned structure. -Commits to building lasting relationships and delivering exceptional results, reflecting its strong reputation and continued growth in the industry.

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