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State of Montana

Photogrammetrist II

Helena, MT · Hybrid

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Photogrammetrist Specialist II. This position is for the Montana Department of Transportation Photogrammetry and Survey Section ...

State of Montana

Photogrammetrist II

Helena, MT · Hybrid

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Photogrammetrist Specialist II. This position is for the Montana Department of Transportation Photogrammetry and Survey Section ...

State of Montana

Photogrammetrist II

Helena, MT · Hybrid

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Photogrammetrist Specialist II. This position is for the Montana Department of Transportation Photogrammetry and Survey Section ...

Montana

Photogrammetrist II

Helena, MT · Hybrid

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Photogrammetrist Specialist II. This position is for the Montana Department of Transportation Photogrammetry and Survey Section ...

Hathiant

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA · On-site

Photogrammetrist Location: NCE Springfield, VA or N2W St. Louis, MO Clearance: Required Position Description: Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and ...

Core4ce

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA

We are seeking a Photogrammetrist SME to support high-impact missions. This role applies advanced photogrammetry and sensor modeling to solve complex geolocation, mensuration, and system performance ...

Core4ce

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA · On-site

We are seeking a Photogrammetrist SME to support high-impact missions. This role applies advanced photogrammetry and sensor modeling to solve complex geolocation, mensuration, and system performance ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Saint Louis, MO

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Saint Louis, MO

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

Peraton

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA · On-site

$112K - $179K/yr

Responsibilities Seeking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The specific tasks and activities to be performed include, but ...

NV5

GIS Analyst - Photogrammetrist

Dulles, VA · On-site

Overview NV5 is seeking a GIS Analyst - Photogrammetrist to support the delivery of survey grade airborne, terrestrial, and mobile mapping solutions for transportation and infrastructure clients.

NV5

GIS Analyst - Photogrammetrist

Dulles, VA · On-site

Overview NV5 is seeking a GIS Analyst - Photogrammetrist to support the delivery of survey grade airborne, terrestrial, and mobile mapping solutions for transportation and infrastructure clients.

Core4ce

Photogrammetrist

Springfield, VA

We are seeking a Senior Photogrammetrist to support high-impact missions. This role applies advanced photogrammetry and sensor modeling to solve complex geolocation, mensuration, and system ...

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Photogrammetrist II

Photogrammetrist II

State of Montana

Helena, MT • Hybrid

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

State Of Montana rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

1st of 50 rated states

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Photogrammetrist Specialist II. This position is for the Montana Department of Transportation Photogrammetry and Survey Section located in Helena. The position is responsible for the collecting, analyzing, and interpretating the geographic information provided by control surveys, Large Format aerial photographs, and LiDAR utilizing manned fix winged and rotary aircraft. Position is also responsible for planning and performing photogrammetric processes to develop engineering design level 3D models including DEM (Digital Elevation Models), DSM (Digital Surface Models) and DTM (Digital Terrain Models) from aerial survey data. This position reports directly to the Photogrammetry and Survey Section Supervisor.

For a full job description, please contact Shannon Carter, HR Generalist at scarter@mt.gov

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

         Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

         Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available

         Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

         Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

         State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

         Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

         Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

         Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

         Benefits apply on first day of employment

         Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer 

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Required Application Materials:

         A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

         A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

Certified Photogrammetrist per ASPRS requirements:

A professional who uses photogrammetric technology to extract measurements and make maps and interpret data from images. The Photogrammetrist is responsible for all phases of mapping and other mensuration requirements, which include planning and supervising survey activities for control, specifying photography or other imagery requirements, managing projects for mapping or other mensuration requirements and interpretation.

         Six years of experience in photogrammetry, three years of which were in a position of professional responsibility demonstrating professional knowledge and competence.

         References from four persons who are holding, or who have held, responsible positions in photogrammetry and have first-hand knowledge of the applicant's professional and personal qualifications.

         Declaration of compliance with the Code of Ethics of the ASPRS

Certifications:

Registration as a Montana Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is optional.

Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

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