Geospatial Analyst - DoD SkillBridge Members Only

Overview

WGI is currently seeking a Geospatial Analyst I, for DOD SkillBridge Transitioning Service Members, to be part of our Geospatial Division in our Huntsville, AL and West Palm Beach, FL, offices. 

At WGI, you will find talented, passionate associates providing exceptional service in collaborative, team-driven environments, all while having fun and enjoying the work they do. We work to stay ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools and technology. As one of the nation’s top consulting firms, we consistently strive to promote efficiency, cultivate a culture our associates can proudly embrace, and empower our associates to advance their career growth at WGI, and beyond. 

WGI is always looking for remarkable individuals to join our team and help us grow in our vision. If you think you are an innovative, self-motivated team player, and want to shape your community, join our WGI team today! 

WGI offers a complete Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD & STD, Life Insurance, 401k with match, PLA, Holidays, HSA with company contribution, Pet insurance, and an Employee assistance program. 

The Geospatial Analyst I works in a team environment executing necessary geospatial tasks required to build data products that are both high accuracy and high quality.  Successful analysts contribute to the implementation and maintenance of data, services and applications mainly focusing on the development and distribution of vector datasets, aerial imagery, LiDAR, and other geospatial data products.

Responsibilities

• Conduct workflow processes with a methodological approach based on Geographic Information System (GIS), CAD, and remote sensing technology. This may include the pre-processing of imagery, digitizing vector features, performing LiDAR classification, extraction of features from LiDAR, and assisting with metadata and project reporting.
• Serve as a technical specialist, providing advice on geospatial standards, product generation, and geodatabase management.

Qualifications

• DOD SkillBridge Transitioning Service Members Only
• BA/BS in Geography or related earth sciences field (additional experience may be substituted for education) is preferred.
• 0-2 years (3-5 if not degreed) of increasing technical knowledge in GIS, LiDAR, photogrammetry, Remote sensing, or surveying is preferred.
• Experience with ESRI is required.
• Candidates with experience in GeoCue, TerraScan, LP360, or TopoDOT will be given higher consideration.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
• Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment to execute geospatial workflows.
• Strong analytical skills and experience solving geospatial problems is highly desired.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over the sponsorship of employment visas.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  Work is performed in an office setting.  Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse.  The use of a telephone headset will allow for virtual communication with team members through Zoom and/or Microsoft Teams.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to sit for prolonged periods, use hands/fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls reach with hands and arms, speak, and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

If you have what it takes to join our growing organization and want to be part of a dedicated team, please apply today. In return, WGI provides a competitive salary and an outstanding work environment. WGI is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

WGI does not accept any unsolicited resumes. Should any 3rd party agency or recruiter forward or submit any resume(s) to a WGI associate without a pre-existing contractual agreement, the submitted resume(s) will be deemed the property of WGI, and no placement fee will be provided.

All agencies and vendors are required to have a signed WGI vendor agreement from the WGI Chief HR Officer permitting them to work directly through our Talent Acquisition team. Obtaining this signed vendor agreement is the only way you will receive payment. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of our staff will not be binding.

All third-party recruiting/supplemental staffing agencies are expected to familiarize themselves and abide by this policy.

Responsibilities

- Conduct workflow processes with a methodological approach based on Geographic Information System (GIS), CAD, and remote sensing technology. This may include the pre-processing of imagery, digitizing vector features, performing LiDAR classification, extraction of features from LiDAR, and assisting with metadata and project reporting.
- Serve as a technical specialist, providing advice on geospatial standards, product generation, and geodatabase management.