Survey Operations Specialist

Description

Airborne LiDAR Systems Specialist

For 40 years, Teledyne Optech has been a leader in the development of advanced lidar technology, supporting mapping and surveying missions around the world. From aircraft flying over remote terrain to groundbreaking applications beyond Earth, our systems help customers collect critical geospatial data with confidence.

If you enjoy combining field operations, technology, and problem-solving, this role offers the opportunity to work directly with cutting-edge airborne LiDAR and camera systems, support global customers, and contribute to the successful deployment of industry-leading solutions.

What you’ll do

• Plan and execute lab, flight, and field testing of airborne LiDAR and camera systems.
• Create efficient flight plans that maximise sensor performance and survey quality.
• Install, configure, integrate, and validate hardware, firmware, and software.
• Conduct operational testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution.
• Download, process, and verify survey data to confirm system performance.
• Document test results, technical findings, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance to customers and internal teams.
• Deliver customer training, software demonstrations, and technical presentations.
• Track issues, recommend improvements, and support continuous process enhancements.
• Promote and maintain safe working practices during lab and field activities.

What you need

• Required: Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Required: Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and adapt to changing schedules.
• Required: Experience operating airborne LiDAR or camera systems from fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters.
• Required: Experience with geospatial, surveying, or mapping technologies.
• Required: Valid driver’s licence and passport; able to travel internationally up to 25%.
• Required: Comfortable working aboard small aircraft and lifting equipment when required.
• Required: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, GIS, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Advantage: Familiarity with Teledyne Optech products, electronics, or related technical systems.

What we offer

• Work with industry-leading airborne mapping technologies.
• Exposure to complex engineering, geospatial, and sensor systems.
• Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary technical experts.
• Meaningful involvement in global customer deployments and field operations.
• A stable environment focused on innovation and technical excellence.
• Ongoing opportunities to expand technical knowledge and skills.

What happens next

Applications will be reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial recruiter discussion, followed by interviews with the hiring team. Timelines may vary based on business needs.

Salary Range:

$56,200.00-$74,900.000

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.