GIS/Cartography Technician 1

Garmin; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Garmin Benefits

Job summary

Garmin Aviation is seeking an entry-level GIS/Cartography Technician I in St. Louis, MO to create, edit, and maintain cartographic data for Garmin Aviation products using GIS tools. You will follow established processes and learn Garmin workflows while contributing to team quality and project timelines.

The role emphasizes learning, documentation, and collaboration, with supervision and feedback to build foundational GIS skills and professional growth in cartography data development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in geosciences, geography, cartography or GIS.
• Basic understanding of digital cartographic data principles and GIS tools.
• Proficiency with Windows and PC applications.
• Ability to learn and apply Garmin workflows and GIS processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-organized with attention to detail and thorough documentation.
• Demonstrates accountability and professional attitude.
• Team-oriented with positive collaboration.
• Growth mindset with willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Proactive problem-solving and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Produce cartographic data using Garmin and third-party GIS software under close supervision.
• Create, edit, and maintain cartographic data for Garmin Aviation products.
• Perform data preprocessing and quality checks to support products and services.
• Identify and resolve basic data issues using GIS techniques.
• Submit work for review and incorporate feedback to ensure quality.

Skills

GIS basics

Cartography

Data quality checks

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geosciences, Geography, Cartography, GIS

Tools

Garmin GIS

QGIS

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a full-time GIS/Cartography Technician 1 at our location in St. Louis, MO. In this role, you will be responsible for being an entry level professional responsible for creating, editing, evaluating and maintaining cartographic data for Garmin Aviation products using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools. This role also ensures work aligns with established methodology, processes, and quality standards while actively contributing to the team's success.

Essential Functions

• Works under close supervision following detailed instructions and established processes to produce quality cartographic data for use in Garmin products and services
• Creates, edits, and maintains cartographic data using Garmin-proprietary and/or third-party GIS software
• Completes clearly defined cartographic data tasks accurately and efficiently, including source data analysis, GIS data preprocessing, and data quality checks, to support Garmin product and services
• Identifies and resolves basic data issues using appropriate cartographic data and GIS techniques
• Submits work for review, incorporates feedback, and ensures product integrity
• Communicates progress, challenges, and status updates clearly to supervisors or mentors

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Geosciences, Geography, Cartography, GIS, or related field OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
• Basic understanding of digital cartographic data principles and GIS tools relevant to Garmin’s business needs
• Proficiency in PC applications and Windows-based environments
• Ability to learn and apply established processes, tools, and GIS workflows
• Strong interpersonal skills with effective verbal and written communication
• Well-organized with strong attention to detail and ability to document work thoroughly
• Demonstrates accountability, commitment, and a professional attitude
• Works collaboratively in a team environment and maintains positive working relationships
• Demonstrates a growth mindset by actively seeking, accepting, and applying constructive feedback to support continuous learning and development
• Shows initiative in learning new tools, processes, and concepts, with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Desired Qualifications

• Understanding of Garmin’s Cartographic Data Development Process

Benefits

• This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.