Description
Geospatial engineers manage the enterprise geospatial database; compiled from all sources including National Geospatial Agency, Topographical Engineering Center and other services, coalition allies, as well as exploiting new collection and production from deployed Soldiers and sensors. Geospatial engineers manage the geospatial foundation of the Common Operating Picture (COP), synchronizing hard and soft copy products and are a necessary component of All Source Intelligence and Battle Command. Finish compilation of geospatial data into a printable map/product and prints (maps, overlays and special products) hardcopy geospatial information.
Core Skills
- geospatial data management
- GIS analysis and cartography
- database design and administration (spatial)
- remote sensing and imagery exploitation
- data integration from multiple sources
- geospatial support to intelligence and operations
- Common Operating Picture (COP) management
- metadata standards and data governance
- scripting and automation for GIS workflows
- map production and visualization
- requirements gathering from stakeholders
- technical documentation and SOPs
- briefing and presenting geospatial products
- quality control of geospatial datasets
- version control and change management for data
Common Certifications
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety
- GIS Professional (GISP)
- Certified Survey Technician (CST)
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE)
- Certified Mapping Scientist (ASPRS)
- Professional Engineer (PE) Pathway
Civilian Career Paths
- GEOSPATIAL INTELLIGENCE
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- DATABASE ADMINISTRATION
- SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
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