Summary
This position resides within the Content & HPC (High Performance Computing) group, specifically as a Lead Geospatial Engineer performing as a project leadin the development of real-time geo-spatial database content for simulation & training.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
TheLead Geospatial Engineer will have strong GIS, 3D modeling, and visualization skills to join our team of experienced and dedicated geo-spatial database developers. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate and delegate work tasks to others, as well as provide oversight and guidance as needed. Experience in both Windows and LINUX development a plus. The ideal candidate performs productively in a fast-paced work environment, seeks out innovative solutions to problems, has excellent communication and leadership skills, works well independently and as part of a team including customer interactions, and is passionate about their work and is eager to be part of a dynamic group of focused and creative individuals.
The employee is expected to assist in the design, development, and implementation of solutions in a collaborative environment. Candidate must be willing to work assignments within agreed-to budgets and schedules. Solutions must be consistent with organizational processes.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degreein GIS/Earth Science, related Engineering field, or equivalent experience
- Background in one or more of the following areas: Image Science, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing/Data Fusion, Geo-Imaging/Processing, Spectral/Imagery Analysis
- Experience in executing projects through the full development lifecycle, from requirements through customer acceptance
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Experience with defining and executing business processes
- Ability to delegate and prioritize tasks
- Problem solving and ability to find multiple solutions to issues
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Experience dealing directly with customers
- Experience in Cost Account Management (CAM) and Earned Value Management
- Experience in Project Scheduling
- Experience authoring white papers and technical presentations a benefit
Preferred Skills
- 5+ years9 experience in project management and execution
- 8+ years9 experience in the acquisition and manipulation of a wide variety of common aerial and satellite imagery, elevation data, and vector data
- 8+ years9 experience in Photoshop, primarily in image clean up, and color correction
- 8+ years9 experience in ArcGIS
- 8+ years9 experience in creating moving and static 3D models, in software such as 3D Studio Max, Maya, or Creator
- 5+ years9 leading team development efforts
- Workflow Management tools (i.e. ClearCase, ClearQuest, Perforce, Atlassian, RTC)
- Modeling Tools (i.e. Terra Vista, Creator, Maya, 3D Studio Max)
Security Responsibilities
Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.
- Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.
Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely involves standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.Must be able to work in confined spaces for long periods.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to sit/stand at a desk for long periods
- Must be able to work indoors, in a professional open-office environment for long periods
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
