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Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. · 2 months ago

UAS Data Processing Technician

US-PA-Pittsburgh (Moon Township)

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) Data Processing Technician in their Pittsburgh, PA office. The role focuses on processing UAS and remote sensing data, collaborating with various teams to ensure data accuracy, and mentoring junior staff.

Civil Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Process UAS/remote sensing photogrammetry and LiDAR datasets for topographic and related mapping deliverables

Utilize and maintain proficiency in geospatial and CAD software including: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Pix4D, UAS Master, LP360, Trimble Business Center, Esri GIS products including ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online, or similar platforms

Collaborate with lead pilots to plan UAS flight missions, including terrain analysis, Aerial Control Point layout, and data acquisition strategies

Collaborate with survey, GIS, and engineering teams to ensure data accuracy needs and project objective alignment

Support occasional field operations serving as a Pilot in Command (if licensed) or Visual Observer (if not licensed) for data collection, validation, and QA/QC

Stay informed about emerging UAS technologies and best practices to continuously adapt current CEC workflows to meet new demands

Participate in team development by mentoring junior staff

Apply strong planning and organizational skills to manage data processing for multiple concurrent projects

Qualification

UAS data processingTopographic mappingLiDARAutoCAD Civil 3DEsri GIS productsPix4DMission planner softwareQ-ground controlField surveying experiencePlanningOrganizationCommunicationMentoring

Required

2+ years of experience with UAS or geospatial data processing

Proven experience in topographic mapping using photography and LiDAR

Proficiency in relevant processing software: Civil 3D, Pix4D, LP360, UAS Master, TBC, Esri GIS products, or similar platforms

Familiarity with UAS flight planning best practices and software: Mission planner, Q-ground control, UGCS, etc

Ability to manage varying workloads and prioritize tasks

Strong planning and organization skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to estimate processing efforts during the proposal phase

Strong desire to mentor and teach others

Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and ability to adapt to new technologies

Desire to embrace a supportive team-oriented approach

Preferred

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

UAV flight experience (manual or autonomous)

Field surveying experience

Background in geomatics, civil engineering, geospatial sciences, or related field

Benefits

Matching 401(k)

Profit sharing

A performance bonus

Company stock

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Work-life balance

Company

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.

Founded in 1989

Moon Township, PA, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.cecinc.com

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