Professional Drone Photogrammetry Jobs in Indiana

The Opportunity:
SME is seeking a Reality Capture Technician to support our surveying and reality capture services across northeast Indiana and surrounding markets. This position is a hands-on technical role responsible for collecting, processing, and delivering high-quality spatial data using laser scanning, photogrammetry, and related technologies.
The Reality Capture Technician works closely with licensed surveyors, engineers, architects, and project managers to support mapping, design, construction, and documentation efforts. This role is focused on field execution, data quality, and reliable delivery, with clear expectations and defined responsibilities.
Responsibilities:

• Perform terrestrial laser scanning, mobile scanning, drone-based photogrammetry, and 360° imagery at active project sites.
• Plan and execute field work including equipment setup, calibration, scanning operations, and demobilization.
• Process and register scan and imagery data into accurate point clouds and visual deliverables using established SME workflows.
• Perform QA/QC on all collected and processed data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with Survey, Civil, Architectural, Structural, Geotechnical, and Construction teams to integrate reality capture data into project deliverables.
• Operate, maintain, transport, and troubleshoot reality capture equipment including laser scanners, and drones.
• Maintain clear documentation of field activities, scan locations, control usage, and project metadata.
• Assist with internal training related to equipment operation and data handling.
• Support continuous improvement of SME's reality capture standards, procedures, and workflows.
• Travel locally and regionally as required; occasional overnight travel may be necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Surveying, Drafting, Engineering Technology, GIS, Construction, or a related technical field - or equivalent practical experience.
• 2-5 years of direct experience in reality capture, LiDAR, laser scanning, or photogrammetry.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience performing field-based laser scanning and/or photogrammetry.
• Proficiency with Autodesk ReCap and familiarity with Civil 3D and/or Revit.
• Experience with Leica (Register 360 / Cyclone), Trimble, or comparable scanning platforms.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to job sites.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and technical documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a project team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Part 107 Drone Pilot License or ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• OSHA 10 Construction Safety certification.
• Experience working with survey control and licensed surveyors.
• Exposure to Scan-to-BIM, VDC, MEP, or construction coordination workflows.
• Experience mentoring or training junior technical staff.

SME's Core Values:

• Honesty and Integrity
• Respect
• Selfless Service
• Teamwork
• Practical Solutions

Benefits:
At SME, we believe that taking care of our employees is the cornerstone of our success. Our commitment to your well-being goes beyond a job- it is about helping you thrive both personally and professionally. We offer a benefits package that is not simply meeting an expectation, but a key component of your overall job satisfaction. The following list highlights many of the benefits SME offers its employees.

• SME provides Medical, Dental, and Vision after 30 days of employment.
• SME covers the premium cost of medical insurance so that you and your families never have to worry about the costs of healthcare.
• 401k match
• Yearly profit sharing that goes directly into your 401k
• Yearly performance bonuses
• Yearly wage evaluations
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off

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