Geospatial Engineer - Disaster & Defense Mapping

DC Army National Guard; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard is seeking a Geospatial Engineer to extract and supply geographic data for disaster relief missions and help commanders visualize the battlefield. You will create geographic data, maps, and support military operations with GIS products.

Training spans 10 weeks of Basic Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with hands-on field instruction, offering both paid training and tuition assistance as you prepare for a civilian geospatial career.

Qualifications

• Must be enlisted in the Army National Guard.
• Must be between ages 17 and 35.

Responsibilities

• Create geographic data and compile them into maps.
• Create and maintain multiple geospatial databases.
• Prepare military-style briefs covering all aspects of the terrain.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The DC Army National Guard is seeking a Geospatial Engineer to extract and supply geographic data for disaster relief missions and help commanders visualize the battlefield. You will create geographic data, maps, and support military operations with GIS products.

Training spans 10 weeks of Basic Training and 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training with hands-on field instruction, offering both paid training and tuition assistance as you prepare for a civilian geospatial career.