Remote Sensing Technician

Woolpert

Remote Sensing Technician joining Woolpert's Geospatial Team, responsible for sensor operation, data processing, and reporting during airborne mapping missions with travel requirements.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $25 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates expertise in data acquisition and processing, with a strong understanding of Geographic Information Systems and sensor equipment maintenance. Capable of operating ground GPS base stations and ensuring data accuracy and quality in dynamic field environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data Acquisition & ProcessingGeographic Information SystemsSensor Equipment MaintenanceLand Survey ExperienceAerial Acquisition Systems

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Data ProcessingSensor TroubleshootingGPS OperationGeomatics KnowledgeMapping Concepts

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

Leica LSSMissionProMicroStationArcGISQimeraGlobal MapperQINSyHYPACKEdgetech DiscoverSonarWiz

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid U.S. Passport

Industry Keywords

Field LogsData AccuracyHydrographic DataBathymetric DataOperational Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Download, process, edit, and troubleshoot collected sensor data while in the field.
Set up and operate ground GPS base stations and flight planning.
Sensor and Equipment Maintenance: Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot sensor equipment on the ground and in flight.
Ensure safe and secure use of company equipment.
Reporting: Complete field logs as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Desire to learn and be involved in a dynamic operational team.
Understanding of computer hardware.
Understanding of Geographic Information Systems.
U.S. citizenship.
Must have valid U.S. passport and be willing to travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations as necessary.
Willingness and ability to undergo pre-employment verification and drug screening.
Willingness and ability to work a rotational schedule from 30 to 90 days travel with 20 or more days off.
Land Survey experience is a plus.
High School Diploma and/or G.E.D. and/or related experience, such as:
Data Acquisition & Processing: Participate in ground and flight operations efforts as needed, including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, communications, and safety.
Ensuring proper collection of data for accuracy and quality.
Experience with bathymetric or hydrographic data is a plus.
Experience with the following: Leica LSS, MisssionPro, MicroStation, ArcGIS, Qimera, and Global Mapper, QINSy, HYPACK, Edgetech Discover, TerraSolid, and SonarWiz.
Strong working knowledge of geomatics and mapping concepts (academic and/or professional).
Working knowledge of aerial acquisition systems preferred.
Ability to provide excellent customer service preferred.
Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; offer constructive feedback and direction to support goals.
Previous Land Surveying experience a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!