Geospatial Analyst

Leidos Inc; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos Inc. is seeking a Geospatial Analyst in Alexandria, VA, to join a team processing high‑resolution LiDAR and EO geospatial products for airborne ISR missions. The role involves hands‑on data processing, mapping, and support for airborne collection efforts.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree or 5+ years in GIS/remote sensing, and an active DoD Secret clearance. Will work onsite at Leidos facilities and with customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years related experience (degree may be substituted)
• U.S. Citizenship; active DoD Secret clearance
• Onsite work at Leidos and customer facilities in Alexandria, VA
• Must meet DoD training certifications
• Experience with digital cartography, image processing, GIS technologies, geospatial production workflows, and digital data formats
• Strong written and verbal communication; collaborative work style

Responsibilities

• Understand airborne collection processes for wide-area mapping imagery and LiDAR
• Process imagery, LiDAR data, and sensor information
• Ensure high-quality data collection and documentation
• Color-balance, orthorectify, and mosaic imagery into map products
• Process GPS trajectories, edit LiDAR point clouds, create digital elevation models
• Perform QA/QC and maintain data workflows
• Complete logs, reports, and data transfer activities
• Collaborate with geospatial processing team on mission execution
• Troubleshoot hardware/software issues in geospatial production
• Ensure safe, secure use of company equipment

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/Geography/Remote Sensing

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

QGIS

MicroStation

TerraScan

Spatix

Job description

Description

Position: Geospatial Analyst

Location: Alexandria, VA

About the Role

Leidos is seeking a Geospatial Analyst to join our team in Alexandria, VA. This role is ideal for individuals interested in growing a career in Geospatial Analysis or Airborne ISR, with hands‑on opportunities to process, analyze, and produce high‑resolution 3D LiDAR and electro‑optical geospatial products. You will support airborne collection missions and work directly with advanced mapping technologies and sensor data.

Primary Responsibilities

• Understand airborne collection processes for widearea mapping imagery and LiDAR
• Process imagery, LiDAR data, and associated sensor information
• Ensure accurate, high‑quality data collection and documentation
• Colorbalance, orthorectify, and mosaic imagery into seamless map products
• Process GPS trajectories, edit LiDAR point clouds, and create digital elevation models
• Perform QA/QC checks and maintain proper data management workflows
• Complete logs, reports, and mission‑related data transfer activities
• Work closely with the geospatial processing team to support mission execution
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to geospatial production
• Ensure safe, secure use of company equipment and instrumentation

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree, or 5+ years of related experience may substitute degree requirement
• US Citizen; currently possessing an active DoD Secret clearance
• Ability to work onsite at Leidos and customer facilities in Alexandria, VA
• Ability to meet and maintain required Program and DoD training certifications
• Proven experience with digital cartography, image processing, GIS technologies, geospatial production workflows, and digital data formats
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with teammates, supervisors, and customers

Travel Requirements

• Up to 25% OCONUS travel possible (3-4 month deployments), though may not be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Education or experience in Geography, GIS, Remote Sensing, or related field
• Previous experience supporting HR3DGI geospatial programs
• Practical geospatial analysis experience (professional, academic, or volunteer)
• Experience with commercial geospatial tools such as ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, MicroStation, TerraScan, Spatix, etc.
• Formal training as a Geospatial Analyst and familiarity with ISR tools, workflows, and system

Pay Range

$52,000.00 - $94,000.00

Pay and Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.