Orthorectified Imagery Technician

Position Summary

The Orthorectified Imagery Production Technician is responsible for producing, editing, and quality-controlling high-resolution aerial and satellite imagery products. This position performs orthorectification, image correction, mosaicking, and geospatial data processing to create accurate mapping products that meet customer and industry specifications. The technician collaborates with photogrammetrists, GIS specialists, project managers, and quality assurance personnel to ensure timely delivery of geospatial datasets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process aerial and satellite imagery using photogrammetric and geospatial software applications.
• Perform orthorectification of imagery utilizing digital elevation models (DEMs), ground control points (GCPs), and camera calibration data.
• Create seamless image mosaics and color-balanced imagery products.
• Conduct image enhancement, correction, and quality assurance procedures to ensure positional and visual accuracy.
• Review production specifications and project requirements to ensure compliance with customer standards.
• Identify and resolve image artifacts, distortions, seamline issues, and alignment discrepancies.
• Verify horizontal accuracy and data integrity through established quality-control procedures.
• Maintain accurate production records and document workflow processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet project schedules and production goals.
• Assist in troubleshooting software, workflow, and imagery processing issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and process standardization.
• Follow organizational safety, security, and data management policies.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geography, Remote Sensing, Surveying, Photogrammetry, Engineering Technology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with geospatial data and digital imagery.
• Basic understanding of coordinate systems, map projections, and geospatial accuracy standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet production deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Remote Sensing, Geomatics, or related discipline.
• Experience with photogrammetric software such as SOCET GXP, Inpho, OrthoVista, ERDAS IMAGINE, Global Mapper, or similar applications.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, or other GIS platforms.
• Familiarity with LiDAR, digital terrain models, and aerial survey workflows.
• Knowledge of ASPRS mapping and accuracy standards.
• Experience in production-oriented geospatial environments.

Technical Skills

• Orthorectification and image processing
• Image mosaicking and seamline generation
• Color balancing and radiometric correction
• Geospatial data management
• Coordinate systems and map projections
• DEM and terrain model utilization
• Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC)
• GIS and photogrammetric software applications

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer workstation.
• Ability to view and analyze imagery on computer monitors for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.