LiDAR-UAV Scientist-01024983

Description This position is part of the Timberlands Science & Technology (S&T) organization and reports to the Remote Sensing Manager, part of the Advanced Forestry Systems platform. The LiDAR/UAV Scientist at Weyerhaeuser is a member of the Remote Sensing team and partly responsible for the acquisition, processing, and analysis of airborne and close-range remote sensing data to support Timberlands business decisions. Supporting the acquisition of aerial LiDAR data for internal inventory programs is a core responsibility for the role. This role requires expertise in LiDAR, UAV operations, and digital photogrammetry, along with proficiency in remote sensing and geospatial technologies. This is a hybrid in-office position (work in the office Tuesday-Thursday). The preferred location for this role is Centralia, WA. Will also consider candidates to work from Hot Springs (AR), New Bern (NC), Springfield (OR), Vancouver (WA). Essential Job Functions: Participate in acquisition and management of LiDAR, aerial imagery, and UAS data in collaboration with Technology and Timberlands teams. Generate, process, and maintain remote sensing datasets and LiDAR-derived products with rigorous quality control. Design and enhance decision support tools integrating multi-temporal and multi-spectral remotely sensed data (from active and passive sensors). Apply remote sensing principles and develop analytical techniques to solve operational problems and improve data applications. Develop advanced image and signal processing code for feature extraction, classification, and machine learning algorithms. Support training, and expert input on UAS systems, LiDAR data, and remote sensing strategies. Prepare and review technical reports, present findings, and support strategic planning with the RS unit manager and stakeholders. Conduct scientific analyses by correlating remote sensing data with ground truth and modeled results, supporting company objectives through modeling and documentation. Participate in the development of strategies related to LiDAR, UAV and Terrestrial sensor technology and data collection. Field work and business travel are required. Driving safety vehicles in forest roads is considered.