Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. B&A is seeking a Senior Geospatial Data Analyst to support a federal government client. The role transforms geospatial datasets into mission-ready cartographic products and handles spatial data workflows, analysis, map production, quality control, and stakeholder collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Transform existing geospatial datasets into accurate, readable, and finished cartographic products in accordance with established product specifications, portrayal standards, and customer requirements
- Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot spatial data workflows using FME to transform, validate, automate, and integrate geospatial information from multiple sources
- Use QGIS to perform spatial analysis, create maps, manage geospatial layers, and develop visually effective cartographic products for technical and non-technical audiences
- Apply cartographic symbolization and portrayal rules to represent geographic features based on feature type, attribution, scale, and intended product use
- Perform cartographic generalization, feature displacement, and conflict resolution to maintain geographic relationships while improving map clarity and readability at the intended production scale
- Create, edit, and position geographic names, labels, annotation, symbols, and other map elements using established placement techniques to minimize conflicts and ensure legibility
- Develop and maintain map layouts and required product elements, including grids, legends, scale information, marginalia, titles, notes, and other components necessary for final product presentation
- Manage, query, and validate spatial and tabular data using PostgreSQL and PostGIS, including data loading, data review, and basic database maintenance activities
- Perform cartographic finishing and quality control to identify and resolve symbol conflicts, annotation collisions, feature congestion, inconsistent portrayal, and other visual or technical discrepancies
- Collaborate with analysts, developers, project managers, and government stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver accurate, timely geospatial and cartographic products
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field is required
- 10+ years of professional experience supporting geospatial data analysis, GIS operations, data integration, or related technical work
- Experience using QGIS to perform spatial analysis, create cartographic products, manage geospatial layers, and support map production
- Experience working with vector, raster, elevation, imagery, and other geospatial datasets
- Understanding of professional cartographic principles, map design techniques, symbolization, feature placement, annotation, generalization, and cartographic finishing
- Ability to apply visual hierarchy, feature prominence, scale-dependent representation, density, balance, and map composition to communicate geographic information clearly
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to perform cartographic quality control, data quality review, troubleshooting, and documentation
- Familiarity with common geospatial data formats, coordinate systems, metadata standards, portrayal rules, and data management best practices
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support both independent and team-based work
- TS/SCI Full Scope Poly
- Hands-on experience with FME for geospatial data transformation, automation, validation, and workflow development
- Working knowledge of PostgreSQL; experience with PostGIS is strongly preferred
- Experience supporting federal government, defense, intelligence, or mission-focused programs
- Experience producing finished cartographic products in accordance with customer specifications, portrayal requirements, or established mapping standards
- Experience with PostGIS, spatial SQL, geospatial data modeling, or database performance considerations for spatial datasets
- Familiarity with geospatial automation, scripting, or repeatable workflow development
Benefits
- Three robust individual and family medical plans for full-time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option
- Two tiers of dental coverage for full-time employees
- Vision insurance
- Life & AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Accident insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Paid time off
- B&A sponsored trainings and certifications
- Pet insurance benefits
- Commuter transit benefits
- A free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU)
- B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution
- The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
- A formal mentorship program
- Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
- Brand Ambassador program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
- Monthly teambuilding events
- B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more
- This position will begin as remote and transition to onsite support based on program and customer requirements.
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