Remote Sensing Technician Jobs
Remote Sensing Technician jobs are open across federal agencies, environmental consulting, defense, agriculture, and utilities, from entry-level field technician to senior analyst, with specializations in LiDAR processing, satellite imagery analysis, and GIS integration. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Remote Sensing Technician to join our team. Westwood’s growing Geospatial Department provides professional-level products to its clients, leveraging the latest in industry technology. Westwood has a highly experienced, dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. The Senior Remote Sensing Technician is responsible for post-processing aerial data to final deliverables supporting multiple markets and users. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all deliverables created from LiDAR and imagery data from both manned and unmanned aircraft, troubleshooting technical issues, and conducting quality control checks. The Senior Remote Sensing Technician will work closely with Remote Sensing Project Leads and other stakeholders to support the successful execution of projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Remote Sensing Leadership and Project Leads to meet project expectations.
- Perform post-processing procedures according to internal guidelines and industry best practices.
- Create final deliverables based on project scope for various markets ready for the client as final deliverables.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to aerial datasets.
- Conduct thorough quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability from junior technicians.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in remote sensing.
- Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for aerial deliverables.
- Collaborate with software vendors to address issues and obtain necessary support.
- Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
- Assist with testing and implementation of new software.
Required Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of experience or Associate degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., geomatics, surveying, remote sensing).
- Minimum 3+ years in a senior technician role.
- ASPRS certifications highly desired.
- Strong understanding of LiDAR and remote sensing principles and data processing.
- Proficiency in using Remote Sensing software and tools, such as TerraSolid, RiProcess, MicroStation, MetaShape, Photoshop, PLS-CADD, TopoDOT.
- In-depth knowledge of coordinate systems and projections.
- Industry experience in power generation and delivery, DOT, and renewables.
- Scripting and light programming knowledge to support automation.
- Familiarity with surveying techniques and equipment for project control understanding.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Willingness to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.
Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications of a Remote Sensing Calibration Technician. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the organization and projects.
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Join us in creating a better world. In 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Remote Sensing Technician to join our team. Westwood’s growing Geospatial Department provides professional-level products to its clients, leveraging the latest in industry technology. Westwood has a highly experienced, dynamic team dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients. The Senior Remote Sensing Technician is responsible for post-processing aerial data to final deliverables supporting multiple markets and users. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and reliability of all deliverables created from LiDAR and imagery data from both manned and unmanned aircraft, troubleshooting technical issues, and conducting quality control checks. The Senior Remote Sensing Technician will work closely with Remote Sensing Project Leads and other stakeholders to support the successful execution of projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Remote Sensing Leadership and Project Leads to meet project expectations.
- Perform post-processing procedures according to internal guidelines and industry best practices.
- Create final deliverables based on project scope for various markets ready for the client as final deliverables.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to aerial datasets.
- Conduct thorough quality control checks to ensure the accuracy and reliability from junior technicians.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements and best practices in remote sensing.
- Assist in the development and implementation of standard operating procedures for aerial deliverables.
- Collaborate with software vendors to address issues and obtain necessary support.
- Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance technical knowledge and skills.
- Assist with testing and implementation of new software.
Required Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of experience or Associate degree or equivalent in a related field (e.g., geomatics, surveying, remote sensing).
- Minimum 3+ years in a senior technician role.
- ASPRS certifications highly desired.
- Strong understanding of LiDAR and remote sensing principles and data processing.
- Proficiency in using Remote Sensing software and tools, such as TerraSolid, RiProcess, MicroStation, MetaShape, Photoshop, PLS-CADD, TopoDOT.
- In-depth knowledge of coordinate systems and projections.
- Industry experience in power generation and delivery, DOT, and renewables.
- Scripting and light programming knowledge to support automation.
- Familiarity with surveying techniques and equipment for project control understanding.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Willingness to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.
Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications of a Remote Sensing Calibration Technician. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the organization and projects.
About Westwood Professional Services, Inc. (Westwood)
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Join us in creating a better world. In 2024, Zweig Group ranked Westwood nationally at #13 and #40, respectively, on its Hot Firms and Best Firms to Work for lists. Zweig also awarded Westwood one national 1st place award for Marketing Excellence. Westwood was recently recognized as #83 in the ENR Top 500 Firms in 2024. The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.
Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that diverse backgrounds strengthen our business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Westwood Professional Services20
- Environmental Systems Research Institute1
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Technology & Software1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote sensing technician jobs.
- Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS for spatial data processing and analysis
- Experience operating and processing data from LiDAR, multispectral, or hyperspectral sensors
- Bachelor's degree in geography, geospatial science, environmental science, or a related field
- Familiarity with remote sensing platforms including Google Earth Engine or ENVI
- Ability to process and interpret satellite or aerial imagery for mapping or change detection
- Experience with scripting or programming in Python or R for geospatial data workflows
Tips for Your Remote Sensing Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to sensor types
List the specific sensors and platforms you've worked with, such as multispectral, hyperspectral, SAR, or LiDAR systems. Employers scan for exact instrument names, so burying them in a generic 'data collection' bullet means your application gets passed over quickly.
Highlight your software stack precisely
Remote sensing roles sort candidates fast by software. Name every platform you've used: ENVI, ERDAS Imagine, ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine, or Python libraries like Rasterio and GDAL. Listing 'remote sensing software' without specifics reads as inexperience to hiring managers.
Target openings by data type not job title
Search for LiDAR technician, imagery analyst, geospatial technician, and photogrammetry technician alongside the standard title. Many employers write postings around the data type they need processed, and you'll miss real opportunities searching only one phrase.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote sensing technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare to demo a project in interviews
Interviewers frequently ask candidates to walk through a past analysis end to end, from raw data acquisition to final deliverable. Have one solid project ready to explain step by step, including what sensor you used, how you preprocessed the data, and what the output enabled the client to do.
Negotiate scope before start date
Field deployment frequency, data processing volume, and equipment calibration responsibilities vary widely between postings with identical titles. Ask during your final interview round what a typical monthly workload looks like and which duties are shared with GIS analysts, so you're not surprised after accepting.
Remote Sensing Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How many remote sensing technician jobs are remote?
About 71% of remote sensing technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, though availability depends heavily on the role type. Data processing, imagery analysis, and GIS-heavy positions are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while field data acquisition and equipment calibration roles almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become a remote sensing technician?
Most remote sensing technicians start with a bachelor's degree in geography, environmental science, geospatial technology, or a closely related field. From there, build hands-on skills in at least one major GIS platform and one remote sensing software package. Internships with government agencies, environmental consultancies, or agricultural technology firms give you real project experience with sensor systems and data pipelines that classroom training alone doesn't provide.
Can you get a remote sensing technician job with little experience?
Entry-level remote sensing technician roles do exist, and employers filling them often prioritize demonstrated software skills over years on the job. Building a portfolio of independent projects using freely available satellite datasets, completing a GIS certification, and applying to federal agency contractor positions or environmental consulting firms that run formal junior technician programs are the most reliable paths when your professional experience is limited.
What does the remote sensing technician interview process look like?
The interview process typically includes an initial recruiter or HR screening call followed by a technical interview with the hiring team. The technical stage usually involves questions about your experience with specific sensors, software platforms, and data processing workflows, and often includes a practical exercise or portfolio review where you walk through a past project. A final round with a senior analyst or project manager is common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to remote sensing technician jobs?
You can find and apply to remote sensing technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your skills and experience, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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