Job Description

GIS Analyst

The GIS Analyst reports to the Project Manager and receives work direction derivatives from the Range Manager. The GIS Analyst shall provide GIS support with knowledgeable personnel to provide the expertise and capability to analyze, design, and de-conflict range operations utilizing various Global Positioning Systems (GPS) technology, GIS and Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) products, resources, and information. GIS support, including but not limited to the following:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze GIS data using GIS software capability to re-orient, re-align, develop, and use GIS-based Range Safety tools within RMTK.
• Assist the Government with the maintenance and development of the Operational Training Range data layers and with the GEOFidelis geospatial data layers specifications IAW MCO 11000.25A.
• Track, maintain, and update the ESRI GIS licenses for all RMTK tools.
• Develop reports, presentations, charts, and spreadsheets in support of RTAM operations incorporating USMC standards as defined within applicable Marine Corps Orders, preparing briefing materials and maps while utilizing the enhancing capabilities of the ARCGIS Pro programs.
• Provide development, analysis, program support, and training for data collection using GPS and/or various other authoritative sources assessing the quality, accuracy, appropriateness, and precision of the data.
• Analyze, design, and deconflict range operations utilizing GPS technology, GIS, and ESRI products.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the development, implementation, and revision of NATO standardization agreements (STANAG).
• Provide the capability to collect, manage, and analyze high-resolution geospatial data.
• Process and integrate derived products—including point clouds, digital elevation models (DEMs), and Ortho mosaic imagery—into GIS databases to support mapping, spatial analysis, planning, and operational requirements.

Education

• Master's Degree (Preferred) or Bachelor's Degree (Acceptable) in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Required: Range Safety Distance Learning (MarineNet).
• Required: Graduate of the RMTK Course (or GIS for Range Managers Course).
• Graduate of the RFMSS Course. (Preferred).
• Graduate of the Inter-Service Range Safety Course. (Preferred)
• FAA part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (preferred).

Experience

• Range Safety experience minimum of 3 years.
• 3 years of work experience using GIS v9.x/10.x to create, edit, update, maintain, and manage SDSFIE-compliant GIS data stored in a database format (personal/file/enterprise), to produce high-quality maps, and to update and maintain FGDC-compliant metadata.
• 2 years of experience conducting Global Positioning System (GPS) field survey work with Trimble GeoXH/GeoXT GPS units and related software (TerraSync and Pathfinder Office 4.10) and experience in using a laser range finder in areas not accessible by foot or vehicle or due to environmental constraints.
• 3 years of experience as a systems administrator or maintaining standalone workstations.

Core Skills/Competencies Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Able to design, write, and present training programs.
• Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions

• Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Qualification as an authorized company driver is required.
• All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver's license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company's auto insurance provider.

Clearance

• A Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Estimated Compensation

• $70,000-$170,000

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