Geospatial Engineer

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what's happening now and shape what's coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can:
Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

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We are hiring immediately for a Geospatial Analyst to join our team in Longmont, CO.

• Measure tie and control points, run triangulation, process orthos and orthomosaics with both proprietary and COTS software, and review the final products for accuracy and quality.
• Update and analyze digital elevation models using Socet Set.
• Advise on best practices for acquiring and using new elevation datasets for orthorectification.
• Provide feedback to direct the purchase and use of elevation data to improve product accuracy.
• Train operators in new processes.
• Partner with other teams in the company to make the best decisions on our elevation data.

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Bachelor's degree ina geospatial discipline or a related field. Four additional years of experience may be substituted for a degree
• Minimum of2 years of experience working with imagery, includingviewing, processing, manipulating,analyzing, etc.
• Experience working with elevation models and ground control points
• Knowledge of at least two of the following: various image processing software and open-source tools including
  
  Socet
  
  Set, ERDAS Imagine, PCIGeomatica, ENVI, GDAL and QGIS
• Understanding of triangulation, accuracy assessments, and use of supporting ground control points
• Knowledge of raster formats/structure (tiff, JP2, compression types, bit depth)

• Understanding of triangulation, block adjustment, digital ortho map compilation, stereo compilation, digital elevation data generation, and quality control
• Knowledge of various image processing software and open source tools including Socet Set, ERDAS Imagine, PCI Geomatica, ENVI, GDAL and QGIS
• Complete understanding of digital ortho map compilation and quality control
• Complete understanding of triangulation, point mensuration, block adjustment, digital ortho map compilation, and quality control
• Complete understanding of digital elevation models, their formats, uses and creation
• Ability to perform DEM edits in Socet Set in a way that supports ortho production
• Knowledge of raster formats/structure (tiff, JP2, compression types, bit depth)
• Experience with AWS
• Familiarity with geospatial COTs packages such as ArcGIS, PCI Geomatica, Global Mapper, Socket, ENVI, etc; as well as open source packages such as GDAL and QGIS
• Python or other coding language experience a plus
• Troubleshoot software and hardware problems

In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate's starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

* The base pay for this position within Colorado is: $90,000.00 - $ annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at:

Additionally, this position is incentive eligible with a target based on contribution, company performance, and/or individual results achieved; the specific incentive plan and target amount will be determined based on the role and breadth of contributions.

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted…