Geospatial Engineer (12Y)

United States Army Reserve; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Certifications

Paid Basic Training

Paid Advanced Training

Job summary

United States Army Reserve is seeking a Geospatial Engineer to visualize terrain and battlefield scenarios, enabling safer and more effective troop movements before deployment. You will extract geographic data from satellite imagery and reconnaissance to construct maps and databases that support military and civilian operations.

The role includes contributing to Disaster Relief and Homeland Security efforts, with opportunities for advancing geospatial skills through structured training and

Qualifications

• Perform geospatial data extraction from satellite imagery and reconnaissance.
• Create maps and databases from analyzed geographic data.
• Support Disaster Relief and Homeland Security operations.

Responsibilities

• Visualize terrain and battlefield to plan troop movements.
• Analyze terrain and weather effects on vehicles and troops.
• Produce maps and geospatial databases for missions.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Map visualization

Data extraction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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.