About Us

Award-Winning Authority on Geospatial Services

Darling Geomatics, a leading geospatial services company, is an award-winning authority in UAV (drone) and ground-based land surveying and mapping, as well as 3D laser scanning (LiDAR), 3D modeling and thermography. Clients worldwide entrust Darling Geomatics to deliver accurate, repeatable and measurable geospatial data.

With a legacy of expertise dating back to 1997 in land surveying, 2003 in 3D scanning and modeling, and 2015 in UAV projects, we prioritize tailored solutions to meet our clients' unique needs.

Employing innovative proprietary methodologies, our teams produce cutting-edge 2D, 3D and 4D georeferenced engineering-grade deliverables—on time and on budget. Operating from our headquarters at the UA Tech Park in Tucson, Arizona and our Phoenix Valley Office, we serve a diverse array of industries worldwide, including construction, engineering, mining, energy, airport, healthcare, technology and sports clients.

Areas Served

Darling Geomatics has garnered acclaim as a premier provider of high-tech geospatial and land surveying services for clients worldwide. Leveraging over 26 years of land surveying expertise and more than two decades of 3D scanning experience, we have spent the last decade pioneering UAV-based solutions — constantly testing and expanding our capabilities to deliver solutions distinguished by accuracy, repeatability and safety.

While our reputation extends globally, we take pride in our role as industry leaders. Offering a comprehensive suite of services, including ground-based land surveying and mapping, aerial surveying, hyperspectral and LiDAR imaging, 3D laser scanning, 3D modeling, thermography, mineral land services and more, we cater to diverse project needs. Whether you require 2D and 3D data collection for pre-planning, construction verification, monitoring, or any other application, our team of experts is dedicated to guiding you toward the optimal solution for your project.

Certifications:

  • WOSB
  • WBENC: WBE
  • DBE
  • SBE
  • SBC

Our Management Team

Mary Darling - Owner - Darling Geomatics

Mary Darling, MS, JD

CEO and Principal Owner

Mary Darling holds a master’s degree in wildlife and fisheries biology and a law degree from McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific. She is an FAA Part 107 licensed UAV pilot.

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Richard Darling - President - Darling Geomatics

Richard Darling, RLS

President

Richard D. Darling is Registered Land Surveyor (RLS) in Arizona, Nevada and South Dakota. He is an FAA Part 107 licensed UAV pilot and ITC-certified thermographer.

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Seth Jones

Survey Field Crew Manager
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Geoff Brimhall

Registered Land Surveyor

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Jon Heidmann

3D Scanning & Modeling Consultant
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Nataniel Corneau Lopez

CAD Manager
Jose Varela

Jose Varela

UAS Pilot/Mobile LiDAR Team Leader/Survey Party Chief
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Michelle Luther

Tucson Office Manager
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Tony Garcia

Land Survey Tech
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Ellen Zacharda

CAD Tech

Affiliations

Darling Geomatics is proud to be a member of the following:

Chambers of Commerce & Economic Development Organizations
logo - Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation
logo - Arizona Technology Council
logo - Marana Chamber of Commerce
logo - Pima County Workforce Investment Board
logo - University of Arizona, Racing the Sun
logo - Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
logo - Tucson Metro Chamber
Greater Vail Area
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Woman-owned Business Organizations
logo - Women's Business Enterprise National Council
logo - Women Presidents' Organization

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