Geospatial Analyst
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OverviewAre you searching for a role where you can grow, work with a team of like-minded geospatial experts, and use your unique skill set to make the world a safer place? NV5 Geospatial's (formerly Axim Geospatial) GEO-SPI B program is ideal for geospatial professionals to leverage their unique tradecraft to support our country's national security mission.Role: Geospatial Analyst - Multiple PositionsWork Environment:* Location: NGA offices in Springfield, VA* Travel up to 15% of the timeNV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide. NV5's continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world's toughest problems. The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment. We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.ResponsibilitiesThe Geospatial Analyst job title also covers such subtitles as Data Collector, Source Packager, and Product Delivery Specialist. The Geospatial Analyst role requires applying geospatial knowledge to a variety of data types, whether it be through data collection, manipulation, verification, attribution, conflation, or foundational applications. The analyst may need to acquire, analyze, compile, and disseminate location-based information and intelligence, using data to populate geospatial databases and/or create Geospatial Intelligence products. The geospatial analyst is a flexible role that relies on understanding of basic geospatial concepts of projection, elevation, attribution, and works in conjunction with source materials to update and/or creating new geospatial feature data sets, maps and charts, submitting work through the QA/QC process along a wide variety of mission areas and geographic settings, while meeting deadlines in a high-tempo environment.QualificationsRequirements:* Bachelors Degree in geography or imagery analysis or US Military Imagery Analysis discipline; Additional experience can be substituted for education.* A minimum of three years of experience in imagery/geospatial analysis, geography, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).* Knowledge of commercial GIS software solutions such as ESRI products (ArcMap, ArcPro), SOCET GXP, QGIS, RemoteView or similar electronic light table applications.* Experience using GIS systems to collect, manipulate, identify, or analyze vector or raster data sets.* Knowledge of geospatial data types (shapefiles, geodatabases, etc.) and DoD applications such as GRiD and DVOF).* Experience working with Digital Elevation Models (DEM) for elevation and understanding of how they affect feature vertical accuracy.* Experience working with imagery and understanding of how projections affect feature horizontal accuracy.* Experience using feature layers (shapefiles), geodatabases (GDB, FDB), and safe data handling and storage procedures.* Ability to work in independently, with little supervision in high-tempo environment.* Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently, both orally and in writing.Preferred (in addition to requirements):* Knowledge of NGA Products and Services.* Familiarity with foreign partner data, maps, specifications, and products.* Experience with data conversion and migration techniques.* Experience with data collection methods and distribution packaging best practices.* Experience with data quality assurance procedures, including the use of Geospatial Analysis Integrity Tool (GAIT).* Experience with international data programs such as Multinational Geospatial Co-production Program (MGCP), International Geospatial Warehouse (IGW), or regulations such as International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR).* Experience with Python scripting.* Current GEOINT Professional Certification-Foundations (GPC-F).Security Clearance Requirements:* For this position it is mandatory to be a United States citizen and have an existing TS/SCI with ability to obtain and maintain a Counter-Intelligence (CI) Polygraph* Applicants with no clearance will not be considered.Competencies & Skills:* Clear and effective written and oral communication with team members and customer(s)* Comfortable working with a team to achieve project completion* Keen attention to detail* Proficiency using MS Office SuiteNV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.#LI-Onsite