UAS & HDS Specalist

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Geospatial Specialist to support our growing LiDAR and aerial imagery program. This is a primarily office-based role focused on LiDAR and photogrammetry processing 3D and 2D feature extraction and deliverable production for civil engineering surveying transportation utilities and site development projects.

This individual will play a key role in the continued development and optimization of our geospatial program working closely with surveyors engineers and UAV field crews to transform raw data into high-quality actionable deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

LiDAR & Imagery Processing

• Process UAV and terrestrial LiDAR point cloud data into classified calibrated and quality-controlled deliverables.
• Process aerial imagery to generate orthomosaics DEMs DTMs and 3D surface models.
• Perform QA/QC on all geospatial datasets to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance with project specifications.

3D & 2D Feature Extraction

• Perform 3D and 2D feature extraction including:
• Breaklines curb & gutter pavement edges buildings utilities and terrain features
• Generate:
• Digital Terrain Models (DTMs)
• Digital Surface Models (DSMs)
• Contours surfaces and CAD-ready deliverables
• Prepare data for Civil 3D and engineering design workflows.

Program Development & Support

• Assist in the development and refinement of internal LiDAR and imagery workflows.
• Help establish and document standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support new technology implementation including sensors software and automation tools.
• Collaborate with project managers engineers surveyors and UAV pilots to improve data collection and processing efficiency.

Data Management & Deliverables

• Organize manage and archive large geospatial datasets.
• Prepare final deliverables including:
• LAS/LAZ point clouds
• Orthomosaics
• Contours
• CAD linework
• Surfaces and TINs
• Assist with client deliverable formatting and packaging.

Required Software Proficiency

Candidates must demonstrate working proficiency in most of the following:

• Pix4D Matic
• Global Mapper
• Trimble Business Center (TBC)
• TerraSolid Suite (TerraScan TerraMatch TerraModeler)
• DJI Terra
• AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• LiDARMill
• Leica Cyclone

Required Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Geospatial Science Surveying GIS Engineering Technology or related field OR equivalent professional experience.
• 2 years of experience in LiDAR processing photogrammetry or geospatial data production.
• Strong understanding of:
• Coordinate systems and datums
• Vertical and horizontal accuracy
• Survey-grade deliverables
• Experience working with UAV-derived LiDAR and imagery data.
• High level of attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a production environment.

The estimated starting base salary for this role is $90000-$110000.

Why Galloway & Company Inc.

Collaboration people and community are highly regarded values at Galloway. We continually strive to provide an exceptional environment that fosters our purpose of enriching peoples passions. Through our training opportunities Associate Program and culture of promote from within your growth potential has no limit. We want you to bring your entrepreneurial spirit work ethic and unique skillset to our team

We are proud of the many awards we have received that reflect our focus on great teams quality of services and continued growth.

As a people-focused company our employee benefits are 100% paid providing some of the best benefits in the industry. You may also be eligible to receive biannual bonuses and profit sharing.

If you require an accommodation we are happy to discuss this with you. Please contact our People Department:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Galloway & Company the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

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