The Cartographer will manage geospatial databases, perform cartographic tasks, and analyze intelligence information to support operations with expert knowledge in GIS and related software.
Job Description
Perform cartographic finishing, feature extraction, and data content management to customer data standards and in accordance with project specific guidance.
Manage a geospatial database.
Perform QA/QC functions and correct data call errors.
Compile, segregate, evaluate, research, interpret, analyze, and disseminate intelligence information to support operations.
Prepare, maintain, and present intelligence displays, reports, and briefings with the creation and use of visual aids and drafting, editing, and proofreading documents for publishing.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
NOTE: Must attain and maintain active TS/SCI clearance, and obtain/maintain Technical Expert (TE) accreditation and SOFA status.
Five (5) to Ten (10) years of demonstrated relevant experience required.
A degree (BS) in GIS, Geography, or related field preferred.
Cartographic finishing, feature extraction, and data content management related experience required.
Knowledge of CIB1, TLMs, MGCP products, MDG, DTED, SRTM, in boundary recovery processes.
Knowledge of feature data extraction; attribution process and cartographic finishing techniques.
Proficient in ArcGIS, Socet-Set, RemoteView, or comparable ELT software.
Superior knowledge of geospatial database content management.
Experience with FME, ESRI extract, transform, and load (ETL) tools, or similar software extensions.
Experience with GAIT, ArcGIS Data ReViewer, or comparable geospatial data inspection software.
knowledge on intelligence organizations and systems; collection and reporting systems, intelligence information sources; techniques of identifying, collating, evaluating, and analyzing information.
Superior knowledge of geographical and cultural aspects of foreign countries.
Proven ability to develop production schedules and deliver customer requirements on-time or ahead of schedule and proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Experience in combining digital cartography, computer technology, GIS, cartographic and geospatial production techniques, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and digital data formats.
Experience working with geospatial data in a multi-user enterprise environment.
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Desired Skills:
Experience using data mining tools; open source research methods; understanding of military capabilities weapon systems; application engineering, system administration, or software configuration of industry standard geospatial analysis and production software; experience with Oracle Spatial or ArcSDE.
Knowledge of python scripting to streamline and automate routine production processes.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Perform cartographic finishing, feature extraction, and data content management to customer data standards and in accordance with project specific guidance.
Manage a geospatial database.
Perform QA/QC functions and correct data call errors.
Compile, segregate, evaluate, research, interpret, analyze, and disseminate intelligence information to support operations.
Prepare, maintain, and present intelligence displays, reports, and briefings with the creation and use of visual aids and drafting, editing, and proofreading documents for publishing.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
NOTE: Must attain and maintain active TS/SCI clearance, and obtain/maintain Technical Expert (TE) accreditation and SOFA status.
Five (5) to Ten (10) years of demonstrated relevant experience required.
A degree (BS) in GIS, Geography, or related field preferred.
Cartographic finishing, feature extraction, and data content management related experience required.
Knowledge of CIB1, TLMs, MGCP products, MDG, DTED, SRTM, in boundary recovery processes.
Knowledge of feature data extraction; attribution process and cartographic finishing techniques.
Proficient in ArcGIS, Socet-Set, RemoteView, or comparable ELT software.
Superior knowledge of geospatial database content management.
Experience with FME, ESRI extract, transform, and load (ETL) tools, or similar software extensions.
Experience with GAIT, ArcGIS Data ReViewer, or comparable geospatial data inspection software.
knowledge on intelligence organizations and systems; collection and reporting systems, intelligence information sources; techniques of identifying, collating, evaluating, and analyzing information.
Superior knowledge of geographical and cultural aspects of foreign countries.
Proven ability to develop production schedules and deliver customer requirements on-time or ahead of schedule and proven ability to work independently with minimal oversight.
Experience in combining digital cartography, computer technology, GIS, cartographic and geospatial production techniques, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and digital data formats.
Experience working with geospatial data in a multi-user enterprise environment.
Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Desired Skills:
Experience using data mining tools; open source research methods; understanding of military capabilities weapon systems; application engineering, system administration, or software configuration of industry standard geospatial analysis and production software; experience with Oracle Spatial or ArcSDE.
Knowledge of python scripting to streamline and automate routine production processes.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $61278 - $104173
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems, Inc. Los Angeles, California, USA Office
5140 W Goldleaf Circle, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90056-1299
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