Geospatial Analyst

Lynker; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with company matching

ESOP

PTO + holidays

Spot bonuses

Tuition assistance

Learning management system

Career growth plans

Job summary

Lynker is seeking a Geospatial Analyst to support land cover mapping, data processing, and derivative products. The role emphasizes QA of land cover datasets across resolutions, raster and vector data handling, and producing maps and statistics for coastal and wetlands projects.

You will work with ArcGIS Pro, Erdas Imagine, and Python to automate data workflows, contribute to metadata and map services, and assist partners with technical guidance.

Qualifications

• Experience with land cover mapping and accuracy assessments.
• Familiarity with elevation data and ortho-imagery.
• Experience with raster and vector data formats.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting for automation.
• Knowledge of coastal processes and wetlands is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance reviews of land cover datasets at multiple resolutions.
• Perform bulk processing, modeling, and editing for land cover data.
• Compile and analyze imagery and ancillary data to produce derived products.
• Assist with metadata publication and map/image services management.
• Support state and local data users with technical assistance.
• Engage with partners to discuss NOAA land cover activities and specs.

Skills

Land cover mapping

Remote sensing concepts

Python scripting

Geospatial analysis

Vector & raster data handling

ArcGIS Pro

Erdas Imagine

QGIS

Image segmentation

Communication & teamwork

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Erdas Imagine

QGIS

Global Mapper

Job description

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

Duties of the Geospatial Analyst will include the following

• Perform quality assurance reviews of land cover datasets at multiple resolutions to evaluate the data quality, report on errors, and summarize issues.
• Perform bulk processing, modeling, and editing tasks associated with the direct classification and development of high-resolution land cover data.
• Compile, process, and analyze imagery, elevation, and/or other geographic based ancillary data, both raster and vector based, in order to produce derived products, maps, statistics, and other information.
• Assist with development and publishing of metadata records and the management of map/image services.
• Assist state and local data users with technical assistance requests, on an ad-hoc basis.
• Interact with state and local data users and/or partners to present on and answer questions related to NOAA’s land cover mapping activities and technical specifications.

The Ideal Geospatial Analyst will have the following

• Demonstrated experience of land cover mapping; including general knowledge of common methods, classification schemes, accuracy assessments, and potentially change detection analysis.
• Some experience and general remote sensing knowledge, specifically working with elevation data, ortho-imagery, and derived ancillary data sets.
• Experience working with data in both raster and vector format.
• Experience working with geospatial analysis tools such as (or similar to) ArcGIS Pro, Erdas Imagine, QGIS, Global Mapper, and/or similar.
• General familiarity and/or experience with image segmentation (image objects).
• General familiarity of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science applications for remotely sensed data.
• Experience with Python, or other scripting language, for automation of data processing and data management tasks.
• Familiarity with wetland identification and/or habitat characterization
• Knowledge of coastal management and coastal processes
• Work as part of a team and independently to achieve day-to-day objectives and operational results for project deliverables.
• Be responsible for major project components or processes, including managing complex, automated tasks; assisting with publishing and managing map services; writing metadata records; and the development of derivative products (ex. Storymaps, web apps, etc.)
• Regularly employ ingenuity and creativity to develop new technical solutions in order to achieve functional objectives
• Possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and guidance documentation

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities - creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions.

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws