Drone Data Processing Technician

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Drone Data Processing Technician transforming drone imagery, LiDAR, and SLAM data into accurate survey models. Supporting engineering drafting teams with clean, georeferenced spatial datasets.

Posted 8/14/2026full-timeRemote • 🇲🇽 MexicoMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in converting raw drone imagery and LiDAR data into georeferenced point clouds and photogrammetric models, with a strong focus on data accuracy and organization for drafting teams. Proficient in interpreting 3D spatial data and utilizing technical software workflows to deliver client-ready survey models.

Highest-signal resume keywords

3D Spatial Data InterpretationGeoreferenced Point CloudsLiDAR Data ProcessingPart 107 Remote Pilot CertificateAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Georeferenced Point CloudsLiDAR Data ProcessingPhotogrammetric ModelsData Quality Troubleshooting3D Spatial Data InterpretationTechnical Software WorkflowsDataset CleaningSpatial Data OrganizationAerial Imagery AnalysisSite Element Digitization

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAnalytical SkillsProactivenessMultitasking SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

HubstaffPapaya GlobalPayoneer

Certifications & Qualifications

Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Industry Keywords

Land SurveyingCivil EngineeringGIS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Convert raw drone imagery and LiDAR/SLAM data into georeferenced point clouds and photogrammetric models
Digitize site elements including concrete lines, building corners, utilities, and other physical improvements
Ensure extracted data meets strict accuracy standards and is structured for the drafting team
Troubleshoot data quality anomalies
Exercise independent judgment to resolve ambiguous features in source data
Transform raw aerial data into accurate, client-ready survey models
Clean datasets, extract physical features, and organize spatial data for downstream drafting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced English required
Proven ability to rapidly master complex, technical software workflows
Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous precision
Comfortable working independently and making sound technical judgments with imperfect or noisy data
Highly skilled at interpreting 3D spatial data, point clouds, maps, and aerial imagery
Experience in land surveying, civil engineering, or GIS fields preferred
Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate is a plus
Professional attitude and ethical behavior
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Proactiveness
Multitasking skills
Analytical skills for solving complex issues
Organization skills and attention to detail
Prioritization skills
Ability to follow orders or specific instructions when needed
Reliability and ability to follow tasks through to completion
Own computer (laptop/desktop) with internet access
Ability to use Hubstaff time tracking software
Ability to use Papaya Global or Payoneer for monthly payments
Must submit a 1.5–2 minute voice note in English during screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Monthly payments via Papaya Global or Payoneer
Remote work opportunity
Company-provided Hubstaff time tracking software requirement