Cartographic Analyst - Journeyman - Wiser

Cartographic Analyst - Journeyman

Locations: Springfield, VA & St. Louis, MO

Experience Level: Journeyman (3-10 years of experience)

Clearance Requirement: TS/SCI

Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise to develop inventive solutions that deliver quality results and aid in critical decision making. With the flexibility and efficiency of a small business, we provide nimble responsiveness with the low risk and strong performance experience of an established GEOINT and Geospatial service provider.

Role Description

We are presently identifying candidates for our client for the following position: Cartographic Analyst - Journeyman. The Cartographic Analyst shall acquire, analyze, evaluate, extract and compile geospatial information as feature (point, line, or area) and terrain data from selected source materials, utilizing photogrammetric techniques to achieve an accurate cartographic representation of a specific area at a specific scale (or level of detail) for digital data and geospatial data from imagery, intelligence database, and various ancillary sources in support of national security goals and strategies. The cartographer shall utilize an understanding of geography, remote sensing, spatial analysis, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), intelligence issues, and social and physical sciences to create information, characterize events, and discover relationships and trends. They attribute, exploit, extract, format, manipulate, position, and symbolize geospatial information. They ensure the quality, accuracy, and currency of geospatial information produced in-house or in cooperation with Contractors and national and international co-producers for national, military, and civil partners.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.
• Active Top-Secret/SCI security clearance at time of application and willingness to complete a CI poly upon request.
• Three to ten (3-10) years relevant experience with High School diploma and specialized training.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field can be included for up to 4 years of experience.
  • Master's degree in related field can be included for an additional two years of experience.
• Experience with cartographic finishing as well as feature data extraction, manipulation, and attribution
• Experience with geospatial database management
• Proficiency with ArcGIS and its extensions or knowledgeable with other commonly used ELT software such as Socet-Set or Remote View
• Understanding of various NGA products such as CIBI, TLMs, MGCP, MDGs, DTED, SRTM, and NTM
• Familiarity with various data conversion tools such as FME, ESRI extract, transform, and load (ETL) or similar
• Experience with combining digital cartography, GIS, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and digital data formats
• Knowledge of Map finishing automation tools
• Familiarity with data quality control tools such as GAIT and ArcGIS Data Reviewer
• Understanding of the geospatial data multi-user enterprise environment
• Experience with preparing, maintaining, and presenting intelligence displays, reports, and briefings
• Ability to work independently with minimal management in a high tempo, high stress environment that requires multitasking

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred candidates should have completed Formal/Advanced Military IA Training (Tech School, Advanced Individual Training, A School, or other MOS/AFSC/Rate granting equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Execute cartographic finishing
• Extraction and attribution of feature data and/or terrain data
• Data content management in alignment with project specific guidance
• Database management
• QA/QC of feature data and/or cartographic products

Work Environment

Work is within a team environment and will be conducted on site in Springfield, VA or St. Louis, MO.

*Candidates are encouraged to submit a resume that explicitly addresses each of the requirements listed above.

Wiser Imagery Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. Our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination and are provided equal access to programs, services, and employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of Wiser Imagery Services.

The safety of our associates, both current and future, is Wiser's highest priority. Wiser is a government federal contractor and adheres to current mandates, laws, and guidance regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.

To comply with Federal law, Wiser Imagery Services participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process upon hire.

Wiser Imagery Services is a drug-free workplace. We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.