Geospatial Engineer (12Y)

U.S. Army; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $12,000 signing bonus

54 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available

Paid training

Job summary

A major military organization is seeking a Geospatial Engineer in State College, PA. This role involves analyzing geographic data to visualize battlefield conditions and support military operations. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, aged 17 to 34, with a high school diploma. Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Eligible candidates may receive up to a $12,000 signing bonus.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
• Age between 17 to 34 years old.
• Medically and physically capable, in good moral standing.
• Education: a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide visualization of the land and battlefield.
• Extract and analyze geographic data from satellite imagery.
• Support military and civilian operations for Disaster Relief and Homeland Security.
• Support military and civilian operations for Disaster Relief and Homeland Security.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

GIS software

Data visualization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO 12K SIGNING BONUS

As a Geospatial Engineer, you’ll provide invaluable visualization of the land and battlefield in advance of sending troops into unfamiliar terrain. From conditions and effects of terrain and weather on vehicles and troop movements, to points of tactical interest during missions, you’ll examine all aspects of the battlefield before boots ever hit the ground. You’ll extract and analyze geographic data from satellite imagery, photography, and field reconnaissance, then use this data to create different types of maps and databases. You will also use the information you gather to support military and civilian operations for Disaster Relief and Homeland Security.

Testing & Certifications

• 54 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.
• 10 weeks of Basic Training (Paid).
• 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (Paid).
• Requires enlistment into the United States Army.

Basic Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card (I-551).
• Age: Between 17 to 34 Years Old.
• Medical, Moral, Physical: Medically and physically capable, and in good moral standing.
• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent.