12Y Geospatial Engineer

About the role

You can play an important part in disaster relief missions as a Geospatial Engineer for the Army National Guard. Your primary responsibility will be to collect and process military geographic information from decentralized sources, present this information to leaders, and return decisions to the field.

Responsibilities

• Create geographic data and compile them into maps
• Create and maintain multiple geospatial databases
• Prepare military-style briefs covering all aspects of the terrain
• Assist in topographic surveying, cartography, and photolithography activities
• Aid in topographic planning and control activities
• Afford technical supervision of geographic intelligence programs

Requirements

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
• Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of Geographic Information Systems
• Imagery interpretation and exploitation
• Interest in geography, maps, and charts
• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills and work with drafting equipment
• Conceptualize ideas into computer-generated 2-D/3-D geospatial products

Skills

• Basic knowledge of Geographic Information Systems
• Imagery interpretation and exploitation

Benefits

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part-time service
• Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable

Pay

Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability. Candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

Schedule

Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field. Basic Training lasts 10 weeks and Advanced Individual Training (AIT) lasts 20 weeks.