H-1B Visa Remote Sensing Technician Jobs
Remote Sensing Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship under the specialty occupation standard, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in geography, geospatial science, or a related field. Federal agencies, defense contractors, and environmental consulting firms are among the most active H-1B sponsors for this SOC code.
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Posting Start Date: 10/30/26
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is located at our Headquarters building in Bismarck, ND and is not a remote position.
Supports aerial and land surveying, mapping, and geospatial data acquisition programs through the use of manned aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, ground-based survey technologies and geospatial and aviation technologies. Under the direction of a Registered Land Surveyor, ensures the safe and efficient collection and delivery of accurate, reliable, and defensible geospatial data.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Operate onboard data acquisition sensors during manned flight operations.
- Operate UAV systems and attached data acquisition sensors for tasks such as aerial photography, LiDAR collection, volumetric surveys, surveillance, mapping, and inspections safely and efficiently.
- Perform pre-flight inspections to ensure that all UAV’s and attached sensors are in good working condition and complete and log maintenance and repair on UAV’s and attached sensors.
- Assists in planning flight paths and navigation, often using complex software systems.
- Perform and monitor UAV flights with controls, often using video images and specialized software.
- Analyze and convert field surveying information including linear, angular, horizontal, and vertical units. Perform calculations to verify and check data for accuracy.
- Collect, download, process, analyze, maintain, and organize measurement data gathered during manned and unmanned flights to satisfy the inspection, computational, and/or mapping requirements of the project using GIS, surveying, and Computer Automated Drafting (CAD) software platforms.
- Communicate effectively with team members including pilots, designers, engineers, analysts and surveyors to understand flight and data objectives.
- Stay updated with the latest UAS technologies and FAA regulations. Maintain a working knowledge of applicable government regulations and ensure full compliance with all state laws governing UAS operations.
- Assist survey technicians and land surveyors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in GIS, land surveying, engineering technology, or geography.
- FAA Part 107 certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of start date.
- Operation of a motor vehicle under the DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s non-CDL program.
- Valid driver's license.
- Travel up to 75%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a UAV operator or pilot, with a strong understanding of UAS technology.
- A working knowledge of all types of surveys and surveying field notes.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
This position requires frequent sitting and use of keyboard/computer; standing, walking, stooping/bending, climbing stairs/ladders, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, reaching, crawling, and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, using a hammer and/or other power tools, all in a routine and repetitive manner. This position will operate equipment in challenging environments such as inside a moving UTV or airplane. This position requires good color vision and hearing, finger dexterity, the ability to perform close work, and the ability to speak. This position is occasionally exposed to dirt/dust, chemicals, extreme heat/cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, confined areas, and heights up to 300 feet, requiring the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards.
KEY SKILLS
- Familiar with conventional and robotic total station equipment, global navigation satellite system receivers, and data collectors.
- Understanding of UAS technology and different types of surveys.
- Familiar with the use of handheld calculators, survey software platforms, online services, and drafting software platforms.
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances quickly.
- Familiar with cartographical principles and basic understanding of legal descriptions.
- Ability to analyze data/reports, conduct research, implement recommendations, develop plans, accomplish goals, present information to others, and work under pressure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
Job Title: Remote Sensing Survey Technician (Sensor Technician)
Posting Start Date: 10/30/26
POSITION PURPOSE
This position is located at our Headquarters building in Bismarck, ND and is not a remote position.
Supports aerial and land surveying, mapping, and geospatial data acquisition programs through the use of manned aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) systems, ground-based survey technologies and geospatial and aviation technologies. Under the direction of a Registered Land Surveyor, ensures the safe and efficient collection and delivery of accurate, reliable, and defensible geospatial data.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Operate onboard data acquisition sensors during manned flight operations.
- Operate UAV systems and attached data acquisition sensors for tasks such as aerial photography, LiDAR collection, volumetric surveys, surveillance, mapping, and inspections safely and efficiently.
- Perform pre-flight inspections to ensure that all UAV’s and attached sensors are in good working condition and complete and log maintenance and repair on UAV’s and attached sensors.
- Assists in planning flight paths and navigation, often using complex software systems.
- Perform and monitor UAV flights with controls, often using video images and specialized software.
- Analyze and convert field surveying information including linear, angular, horizontal, and vertical units. Perform calculations to verify and check data for accuracy.
- Collect, download, process, analyze, maintain, and organize measurement data gathered during manned and unmanned flights to satisfy the inspection, computational, and/or mapping requirements of the project using GIS, surveying, and Computer Automated Drafting (CAD) software platforms.
- Communicate effectively with team members including pilots, designers, engineers, analysts and surveyors to understand flight and data objectives.
- Stay updated with the latest UAS technologies and FAA regulations. Maintain a working knowledge of applicable government regulations and ensure full compliance with all state laws governing UAS operations.
- Assist survey technicians and land surveyors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate degree in GIS, land surveying, engineering technology, or geography.
- FAA Part 107 certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of start date.
- Operation of a motor vehicle under the DOT Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s non-CDL program.
- Valid driver's license.
- Travel up to 75%.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a UAV operator or pilot, with a strong understanding of UAS technology.
- A working knowledge of all types of surveys and surveying field notes.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
This position requires frequent sitting and use of keyboard/computer; standing, walking, stooping/bending, climbing stairs/ladders, kneeling, lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, reaching, crawling, and pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, using a hammer and/or other power tools, all in a routine and repetitive manner. This position will operate equipment in challenging environments such as inside a moving UTV or airplane. This position requires good color vision and hearing, finger dexterity, the ability to perform close work, and the ability to speak. This position is occasionally exposed to dirt/dust, chemicals, extreme heat/cold, vibration, noise, poor ventilation, electrical risks, confined areas, and heights up to 300 feet, requiring the use of safety equipment, including a harness, in accordance with ANSI Z359 standards.
KEY SKILLS
- Familiar with conventional and robotic total station equipment, global navigation satellite system receivers, and data collectors.
- Understanding of UAS technology and different types of surveys.
- Familiar with the use of handheld calculators, survey software platforms, online services, and drafting software platforms.
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances quickly.
- Familiar with cartographical principles and basic understanding of legal descriptions.
- Ability to analyze data/reports, conduct research, implement recommendations, develop plans, accomplish goals, present information to others, and work under pressure.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Remote Sensing Technician
Verify your SOC code before applying
Remote Sensing Technicians are classified under SOC 17-3031. Confirm this code on O*NET before applying, since some employers file under a different SOC that affects your prevailing wage tier and specialty occupation eligibility.
Check prevailing wage levels using OFLC Wage Search
Look up wage levels for SOC 17-3031 in your target metro area using OFLC Wage Search. Employers must certify your offered salary meets at least Level 1 prevailing wage in the LCA before USCIS will approve your petition.
Target federal contractors with active LCA filings
Defense and intelligence contractors routinely sponsor H-1B visas for remote sensing roles tied to satellite analysis, drone data processing, and terrain mapping. Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B filing history in this occupation.
Document specialized software credentials explicitly
List your proficiency in ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, or ArcGIS on your resume using exact software names. Employers and USCIS adjudicators use these to establish that your role requires specialized knowledge meeting the specialty occupation threshold.
Ask your employer about cap-exempt filing options
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. If your remote sensing work is research-focused, these employers can file your H-1B petition at any time without waiting for the annual April lottery window.
Request premium processing to compress your start date
Standard H-1B processing runs several months. If you're transitioning from OPT or another status, ask your employer to file with USCIS premium processing, which returns a decision within 15 business days and reduces gap risk between authorization periods.
H-1B Visa Remote Sensing Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Remote Sensing Technician role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as geography, geospatial science, surveying, or environmental science. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field may face an RFE from USCIS challenging specialty occupation status. Your offer letter and the employer's job posting should explicitly state the degree requirement and field.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Remote Sensing Technician jobs?
Federal defense contractors, environmental consulting firms, state and local government agencies, utility companies managing infrastructure mapping, and universities with geospatial research programs are the most consistent sponsors. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for remote sensing and geospatial occupations, so you're not guessing about sponsorship history.
Can I work remotely on an H-1B as a Remote Sensing Technician?
Yes, but your employer must file an amended or new LCA for each location where you perform work, including your home address if you work remotely. Remote sensing work done from a different metro area than what's listed on your current LCA can create compliance issues. Confirm with your employer that they've filed the correct LCA before you begin working from a new location.
What happens to my H-1B if my remote sensing contract ends before my petition expires?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new H-1B sponsor, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. During that window, a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition to port your status. USCIS allows you to start working for the new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed and receipted.
How does prevailing wage affect H-1B sponsorship for Remote Sensing Technicians?
DOL requires employers to certify in the LCA that your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for SOC 17-3031 in your work location. Wage levels run from Level 1 (entry) to Level 4 (senior), and the certified level must match your actual experience and job duties. You can verify the applicable wage for your metro area using OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.