Job Description
Job Description
Middle-Level Cartographic Analyst
Location: NGA 7500 Drive, Springfield, VA, USA
Schedule: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Clearance: TS/SCI (CI Poly eligibility required)
Work Type: On-site only
Join the Mission. Shape the Map. Impact the World.
We're looking for a skilled, motivated Middle-Level Cartographic Analyst to join the Intelligence & Unmanned Enterprise (IUE) team supporting the Human Geography Division (SFGE)-the organization responsible for delivering mission-critical human geography intelligence to the IC, NSG, and ASG.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy solving complex geospatial challenges, and want your work to directly influence policy decisions and global mission success, this role is for you.
What You'll Do (Essential Duties)
As a Cartographic Analyst, you will be a vital contributor to the production, refinement, and dissemination of Human Geography intelligence. Your responsibilities will include:
Human Geography & Geospatial Production
- Apply your knowledge of geography, research methods, GIS, and data management to produce Human Geography datasets, maps, and written reports.
- Perform advanced data conflation, attribution, and integration to ensure accuracy and completeness of mission products.
Mission & Program Support
- Support the International Program for Human Geography (IPHG) through quality assurance, training, and technical/geospatial assistance during Plenary and Technical meetings.
- Provide analysis and geospatial expertise to customer IPHG and international engagement activities (bilateral and multilateral).
Data Acquisition & Dissemination
- Partner with government personnel to acquire, manage, and distribute Human Geography data.
- Post products to NSG repositories including APAN and PiX.
- Identify emerging tools, data sources, and technologies to enhance Human Geography awareness and collaboration across the IC, DoD, and Civil Agencies.
Technical Collaboration
- Participate in technical exchanges with government counterparts, international partners, and contract teams-both locally and across global mission areas.
Primary Responsibilities (Cartography Focus)
- Work within a blended government/contractor team supporting Electronic Nautical Chart (ENC) conversion, production, and review.
- Support mission areas involving Digital Nautical Chart (DNC) and ENC conversion workflows.
- Perform cartographic and GIS analysis using rasterized nautical charts, digital hydrographic survey data, and ortho-rectified imagery.
- Extract, attribute, and validate features for hydrographic products and NGA databases.
Basic Qualifications
- 5+ years of GEOINT experience
- Strong background in geography, cartography, and GIS
- Proficiency with ArcGIS applications
- Understanding of digital cartography and NGA production formats
- Experience analyzing imagery and non-imagery data for hydrographic environments
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in Nautical Maritime domains
- Familiarity with maritime charting, ENC workflows, and hydrographic data
Why Join the TEAM? (Benefits Overview)
Full-time employees receive a competitive, comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Military leave
- Tuition reimbursement & professional training
- 401(k) with immediate vesting & company match
- Wellness programs
- Commuter benefits ...and more.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic and in full compliance with applicable laws.