Senior Geospatial Analyst - Calibration Analyst in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Geospatial Analyst - Calibration Analyst in United States.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on advanced geospatial and remote sensing projects supporting major state and federal initiatives across the U.S. As a Senior Geospatial Analyst specializing in LiDAR calibration and QA/QC, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of high-precision geospatial datasets. Working within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment, you will contribute to complex mapping and elevation projects while leveraging cutting-edge LiDAR and GIS technologies. This position is ideal for professionals who thrive in technically demanding environments and enjoy solving spatial data challenges at scale. The role combines analytical rigor, innovation, and hands-on technical expertise with opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional collaboration. Remote work options may be available depending on experience.

• Perform LiDAR swath calibration, alignment adjustment, and registration activities for airborne, mobile, terrestrial, and UAV datasets.
• Process and extract LiDAR data from raw sensor formats while ensuring compliance with rigorous quality and accuracy standards.
• Conduct trajectory processing and support aerial acquisition workflows, GPS ground survey integration, and bathymetric calibration activities.
• Execute comprehensive QA/QC reviews on processed point cloud datasets, validating density, spatial distribution, overlap, and vertical/horizontal accuracy.
• Analyze and troubleshoot data inconsistencies, noise, gaps, and calibration errors across large-scale geospatial projects.
• Create and maintain digital mapping products, elevation models, GIS databases, and remote sensing deliverables using industry-standard software platforms.
• Develop scripts, macros, and automated workflows to improve processing efficiency across GIS and LiDAR environments.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and findings while collaborating closely with project managers and multidisciplinary technical teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in GIS, remote sensing, or LiDAR processing environments.
• Strong expertise in LiDAR calibration, swath alignment, data extraction, and elevation model generation/manipulation.
• Hands-on experience with industry-standard software such as TerraSolid, Bayesmap StripAlign, RiProcess, Optech LMS, Teledyne CARIS, or GeoCue True View EVO.
• Familiarity with airborne trajectory processing tools such as Applanix PosPac MMS or NovAtel Inertial Explorer.
• Deep understanding of LiDAR error sources, point cloud analysis, and geospatial quality assurance methodologies.
• Proficiency with ESRI software platforms and strong capabilities in scripting, modeling, or macro development.
• Excellent analytical, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with mobile, terrestrial, UAV, or bathymetric LiDAR processing is considered a strong advantage.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced technical consulting environment.

• Flexible remote work opportunities depending on experience and project requirements.
• Exposure to cutting-edge geospatial, GIS, and remote sensing technologies.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale state and federal projects with national impact.
• Collaborative and multidisciplinary team environment focused on innovation and professional growth.
• Access to ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, integrity, and technical excellence.
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive employee benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute to technically advanced and high-visibility engineering and consulting projects.