Geospatial Analyst II

Dewberry is currently seeking a Geospatial Analyst II in our Tampa, FL or Fairfax, VA offices. Remote positions will be considered dependent on experience. This is an excellent career opportunity for an individual to join a team of professionals while working in a multidisciplinary consulting and engineering firm.  The firm succeeds through the individual and collaborative skills of its people therefore we offer opportunities for professional growth while working with and applying the latest technology. Typical responsibilities are to work on Remote Sensing related projects for state and federal clients across the US. 

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Position requires experience in analysis and review of topographic lidar data, vector data (2D and 3D), Digital Elevation Models (DEMs), Digital Surface Models (DSMs), and derivative products for state, federal, and private clients across the US. Experience with creating automated lidar classification algorithms (TerraSolid Products) required. Strong candidates will also have a good, conceptual understanding of fundamental remote sensing concepts and geospatial processes for various products, e.g.  how lidar sensors work, basic GPS ground survey procedures, airborne lidar trajectory processing, interaction of light and water for bathymetry applications, and ortho-imagery processing.

• Working with the initial processing and data classification of multiple topographic and/or bathymetric lidar projects.
• Creating Scripts/Models/Macros in multiple sensor platforms.
• Perform initial classification of point clouds, including initial grounding, building routines, vegetation classification, and other point cloud filtering.
• Performing relative and absolute adjustments to lidar data (calibration/alignment/registration).
• Perform QAQC on initially processed data to ensure it meets rigorous accuracy and qualitative requirements.
• Create a variety of digital mapping/remotely sensed products using various software platforms;
• Work with the Product Line Lead to assist in the execution of projects, on time and within budget.
• Perform work that appropriately follows all quality control steps and practices are implemented throughout processes to ensure deliverables meet client specifications.
• Support improvements to automation of the production and QC process.
• Task Management; Problem resolution; Report writing; Collaboration.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in the GIS/Remote Sensing Field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in elevation data processing and elevation model creation/manipulation, hydrography, or other remote sensing processing, development, and QA/QC.
• An understanding of GIS, elevation data, lidar, and concepts including a strong knowledge of various raster and vector data types, coordinate systems, projections, and datums.
• In-depth knowledge of ESRI’s products including ArcGIS 10x, ArcPro, and experience with GDBs.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight schedules as required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Beneficial Skills & Experience

• Understanding of Lidar production workflow and being able to explain the conceptual basis of Lidar acquisition, processing, and deliverable creation.
• The ability to analyze point clouds and various geospatial data layers derived from point cloud data.
• Experience performing lidar swath line to line calibration in one of the following software: Bayes Strip Align, Terrasolid Terramatch, or Teledyne Optech Lidar Mapping Suite (LMS).
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• GISP Certification, ASPRS certifications in Lidar or other Remote Sensing technologies a plus.
• Working knowledge of Python and/or other programming languages a plus.
• GDAL Tools, and command line applications highly desirable.
• ArcGIS Data Review and Production Editing experience a plus.
• Specific experience working with the retired National Hydrography Dataset (NHD), USGS 3DHP, or other hydrology data.
• Experience in hydrography, H&H modeling, flood mapping or related area.
• Experience creating scripts/models/macros in multiple GIS/remote sensing platforms.
• Experience with national elevation programs, such as NOAA’s Coastal Mapping Program, USGS 3DEP, and/or USGS 3DHP.
• Experience with industry standards and specifications, e.g., Elevation-Derived Hydrography Data Acquisition Specifications, Elevation-Derived Hydrography – READ Rules, ASPRS Positional accuracy Standards for Digital Geospatial Data, USGS Lidar Base Specifications.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

Notice to Third Party Recruiters:  Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.

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The projected range for this position is $69,000-$88,000 annually in our Fairfax, VA office. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.