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Dewberry

Senior Geospatial Analyst

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$91K - $118K/yr

Airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing and QC * Processing and extraction of lidar data from ... Experience as an Aerial Sensor Operator * Current and valid security clearance Required Skills ...

Dewberry

Senior Geospatial Analyst

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$87K - $115K/yr

Airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing and QC * Processing and extraction of lidar data from ... Experience as an Aerial Sensor Operator * Current and valid security clearance Required Skills ...

Cadre

Technical SIGINT Operator

Mclean, VA

S. military • Knowledgeable in ground or airborne SIGINT collection operations, to include RF ... sensor tasking • Strong knowledge of SIGINT collection equipment and associated tooling (e.g ...

Cadre

Technical SIGINT Operator

Mclean, VA · On-site

Knowledgeable in ground or airborne SIGINT collection operations, to include RF fundamentals ... sensor tasking * Strong knowledge of SIGINT collection equipment and associated tooling (e.g., SDRs ...

Cadre

Technical SIGINT Operator

Tysons, VA · On-site

S. military • Knowledgeable in ground or airborne SIGINT collection operations, to include RF ... sensor tasking • Strong knowledge of SIGINT collection equipment and associated tooling (e.g ...

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$77K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will draft and update technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$77K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will draft and update technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance ...

Booz Allen Hamilton

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$77K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will draft and update technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site +1

$77K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will draft and update technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance ...

BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC.

Chemical Engineer

Indian Head, MD · On-site

$176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will draft and update technical manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance ...

Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Engineering Technician

Indian Head, MD · On-site +1

$62K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You understand how a sensor performs in the field is just as important as how it performs on the ... You will use and interpret spectrometry and photoionization techniques to detect airborne volatile ...

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How much do airborne sensor operator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for airborne sensor operator in Washington is $70,528.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,651.00 and $107,903.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the airborne sensor operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Airborne Sensor Operator, you need strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and typically a background in aviation, military operations, or geospatial sciences. Proficiency with sensor systems such as LiDAR, radar, electro-optical/infrared cameras, and relevant software platforms is commonly required, along with certifications such as an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate for UAV operations. Excellent teamwork, communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in fast-paced, mission-driven environments. These competencies ensure precise data collection and analysis while maintaining safety and effective collaboration during airborne missions.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an airborne sensor operator?

As an Airborne Sensor Operator, your daily responsibilities often include planning and preparing sensor equipment before flights, operating and monitoring airborne sensors to collect data, and ensuring the accuracy and quality of the gathered information. You may work closely with pilots, mission coordinators, and data analysts to achieve mission objectives, regularly reviewing and calibrating sensor performance as needed. Post-flight, you are usually involved in initial data processing and reporting, identifying and troubleshooting any equipment or data issues. This role typically involves varying schedules and adaptability to changing mission parameters, making strong organizational skills essential for success.

What is an airborne sensor operator?

An Airborne Sensor Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining specialized sensors and imaging equipment on aircraft to collect data for various purposes, such as mapping, surveillance, or scientific research. They work closely with pilots and mission planners to ensure accurate data capture. This role requires technical expertise in sensor systems, navigation, and data processing. Operators may work for government agencies, military units, research organizations, or private companies.

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Infographic showing various Airborne Sensor Operator job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 49% Full Time, 49% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,528 per year, or $33.9 per hour.

Senior Geospatial Analyst

Dewberry

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$91K - $118K/yr

Full-time

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Job description


Dewberry is currently seeking a Senior Geospatial Analyst in our Tampa, FL, 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 the GIS/IT and Remote Sensing related projects for state and federal clients across the US. Responsibilities include creating and reviewing script/macro development, training, production, QC, and process improvement (innovation) for the Product Line.
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.
Responsibilities
Position requires experience with lidar mapping sensors. Candidate should have strong conceptual understanding of sources of error in airborne lidar datasets and visualizing translation and orientation errors. Position requires experience in airborne lidar trajectory processing (Applanix PosPac MMS, Novatel Inertial Explorer) and in extracting lidar using sensor vendor specific processing suites (Riegl RiProcess, Optech LMS, Teledyne CARIS, GeoCue True View EVO, etc.). Strong candidates will also have a strong understanding of aerial acquisition, GPS ground survey, and calibration.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Support lidar sensor installations and boresight reviews
  • Quality checks on data post acquisition and troubleshooting of acquisition challenges
  • Airborne and/or mobile trajectory processing and QC
  • Processing and extraction of lidar data from raw formats
  • Performing relative and absolute adjustments to lidar data (calibration/alignment/registration)
  • Perform QAQC on initially processed data to ensure it meets rigorous accuracy requirements
  • Perform survey control lay-outs and QC of field surveyed control points
  • 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.
  • Data Management and Handling: Planning and monitoring production data, management needs and working with IT and Operations to ensure adequate resources are available; Ensuring data management protocols are met including the use of proper files and formats as well as file locations, storage, and backups.
  • Perform work that appropriately follows all quality control steps and practices are implemented throughout processes to ensure deliverables meet client specifications.
  • Provide feedback and support for developing and/or updating SOPs as necessary.
  • Works with production staff to support process improvements; working with other Technology/Process Improvement teams to review best practices to enhance product line, gain efficiencies, and improve quality.
  • Support improvements to automation of the production and QC process through providing technical guidance and ideas
  • Multi-sensor processing, manipulation, and production.
  • The ability to analyze point clouds and various geospatial data layers derived from point cloud data.
  • Proficiency in basic computer applications, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, and Access).

Required Skills & Required Experience
Beneficial Skills or Experiences:
  • Formal Education in a Surveying/Geomatics/GIS or related field desired
  • Ability to attend and speak at conferences, communicate with business partners for future opportunities.
  • Project Manager experience or certification
  • Working experience with Terrasolid Products and MicroStation
  • LASTools, LP360, Global Mapper, QGIS experience.
  • Working knowledge of Python and/or other programming languages
  • GDAL Tools, and command line applications highly desirable
  • ArcGIS Data Review and Production Editing experience
  • NGA certifications, GISP Certification, ASPRS certifications in Lidar or other Remote Sensing technologies
  • Experience as an Aerial Sensor Operator
  • Current and valid security clearance

Required Skills & Experience:
  • 8+ years of experience working with the initial processing, analysis, and data classification of imagery and topographic/ bathymetric lidar projects.
  • An understanding of GIS and Lidar data and concepts including a strong knowledge of various raster and vector data types, coordinate systems, projections, and datums
  • Understanding of lidar production workflow and being able to explain the conceptual basis of lidar acquisition, processing, and deliverable creation. Understanding of elevation products.
  • In-depth knowledge of ESRI's products including ArcGIS 10x, ArcPro.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to manage multiple tasks, resolve problems quickly and efficiently, and openly collaborate
  • Quality Assurance, documentation, and providing feedback.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities under tight schedules as required
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience mentoring, and training junior geospatial staff.

Additional Requirements:
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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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Salary Range
The projected range for this position is $91,000-$118,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

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