Terrain Modeling Production Specialist
Terrain Modeling Production Specialist
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Terrain Modeling Production SpecialistBelong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!
Around here we define the future. We are a company of innovators thinkers creators explorers volunteers and dreamers. We all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely by supporting the science that informs decision makers and protects Earth.
KBRs Science and Space division is seeking a Terrain Modeling Production Specialist to support our Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC) at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation & Science (EROS) Center near Sioux Falls SD .
The successful candidate will become an integral part of TSSC support for the USGS EROS Center Integrated Science and Applications Branch (ISAB). The TSSC Team is comprised of highly talented remote sensing scientists land cover scientists software engineers web developers and systems engineers who work together to support the dynamic science and technical requirements of our USGS Customer.
This includes a wideranging portfolio of projects such as the production of a seamless 1meter resolution elevation dataset for 3D Elevation Program 3DEP) support of the National Map.
As a Scientist working in this area one applies an earth sciences background in conjunction with Geographic Information System (GIS) software scripting techniques (Python) statistics data mining and/or modeling methodology to produce manipulate analyze and interpret geospatial datasets that contribute to the successful production of a highquality elevation dataset.
If you have a related skillset/background and are interested in an exciting and challenging career in the field of land cover/remote sensing science we invite you to apply for this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Generate 1meter seamless elevation tiles (converted/blended/integrated) using prioritized disparate 3DEP Original Product Resolution OPRDigital Elevation Models(DEM)
- Project and transform data to map specifications (Continental U.S.
- Implement solutions to resolve areas of discrepancy in adjacent DEM sources
- Recognize source and derivative elevation model anomalies to mitigate error propagation
- Capture metadata
- Execute quality assurance/quality control reviews and resolution
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Candidates must meet the requirements listed below to be considered for this position; please note required items on your resume.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain credentials for facility access and user accounts
- Must have a 3year residency in the United States
- Education: Minimum of BS in Earth Science Natural Science Physical Science or related with emphasis in geography remote sensing GIS software engineering information technology
- Years of Experience: At least 2 years of directly related professional experience (willing to consider differing combinations of education/experience)
- Proficient in geospatial data processing
- Experience working with GIS software applications (such as ArcGIS Pro)
- Fundamental understanding of remote sensing science and the characteristics of geospatial data
- Basic background in Python programming
- Writing ability and experience authoring process documentation metadata and reports
- Effective written and oral communication to facilitate team interaction
- Demonstrated initiative selfmotivation dependability and interpersonal skills
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Fundamental knowledge of elevation data and mapping applications
- Familiarity with light detection and ranging (lidar) datasets
- Experience generating elevation maps
- Experience with Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL)
- Experience with QGIS
WORK LOCATION
This position supports a team anchored in Sioux Falls SD and is offered in either a hybrid remote/onsite or a fully remote work environment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Three years of continuous residency in the U.S. for issuance of a Government Security credential
- The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account
KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
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KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
