Senior Remote Sensing Technician

Westwood Professional Services

Senior Remote Sensing Technician responsible for post-processing aerial data in Charlotte, NC with a focus on accuracy and quality control.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in LiDAR and remote sensing data processing, ensuring accuracy and reliability of deliverables. Proficient in using industry-standard software tools while effectively collaborating with project leads and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

LiDAR Data ProcessingRemote Sensing Software ProficiencyASPRS CertificationCoordinate Systems KnowledgeProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

LiDAR Data ProcessingRemote Sensing PrinciplesScripting KnowledgeSurveying TechniquesQuality Control Checks

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationTeamwork SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Tasks

Tools & Technologies

TerraSolidRiProcessMicroStationMetaShapePhotoshopPLS-CADDTopoDOT

Certifications & Qualifications

ASPRS Certification

Industry Keywords

GeomaticsSurveyingRemote SensingPower GenerationRenewablesDOT

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Remote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for post-processing aerial data to final deliverables supporting multiple markets and users
Ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all deliverables created from LiDAR and imagery data from both manned and unmanned aircraft
Troubleshooting technical issues and conducting quality control checks
Work closely with Remote Sensing Project Leads and other stakeholders to support the successful execution of projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5+ years of experience or Associate degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., geomatics, surveying, remote sensing)
Minimum 3+ years in a senior technician role
ASPRS certifications highly desired
Strong understanding of LiDAR and remote sensing principles and data processing
Proficiency in using Remote Sensing software and tools, such as, TerraSolid, RiProcess, MicroStation, MetaShape, Photoshop, PLS-CADD, TopoDOT
In depth knowledge of coordinate systems and projections
Industry experience in power generation and delivery, DOT, and renewables
Scripting and light programming knowledge to support automation
Familiarity with surveying techniques and equipment for project control understanding
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision
Effective communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Willingness to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment
Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type