Geospatial Production SME
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POSITION OVERVIEW
NATO Core Geographic Information System (Core GIS) Application Service provides a suite of data, services and products that ensure all phases of military operations are conducted on the same (geo-) spatial data and information. The NATO Information and Communication Agency (NCI Agency) located in The Hague, Netherlands, is currently providing data procurement and processing support to the NATO Core GIS and the wider NATO Command Structure (NCS). The GeoMetOc Services Branch within the JISR Centre is responsible for the full lifecycle support of the GeoMetOc Application Services and is looking for an individual to perform tasks in the areas of Geospatial data production/processing to support the NATO Designated Geospatial Information project.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Production and maintenance of geospatial information.
- Required data processing so the data can be used by the NATO C4ISR systems as well as distributed to the nations.
- Quality control of GIS products and NATO Mapping series to agreed standards.
- The list of activities may expand as urgent operational requests emerge and qualification of the candidate allows.
- Close coordination of all activities with the NCI Agency Project Manager (PM) as well as strict adherence to agreed timelines is mandatory.
Required Qualifications:
- University degree at a nationally recognized/certified University in Geospatial Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or other relevant scientific, engineering or geospatial related field supplemented by relevant GIS postgraduate qualifications.
- Or exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post.
- Solid understanding of geographic matters: data types, data formats, coordinate systems, projections
- Minimum 5 years of experience in working with ArcGIS (desktop), which includes raster and complex vector data manipulation, Geo data management and inventorying
- Expert Knowledge in Microsoft Excel
- Fluent business English Professional
DEFTEC offers a comprehensive whole-life benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, holiday, paid time off, 401K with a match, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and educational reimbursement. The DEFTEC team comprises professionals who make a difference daily in crucial national security missions. Our leadership knows that this happens by employing a diverse team that is well cared for. Our top priority is our employees, making DEFTEC an ideal workplace.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Please get in touch with [email protected] if you require reasonable accommodations.
DEFTEC is a Drug-Free Workplace where post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.
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Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
