GEOINT Conveyance Specialist

Full-time, onsite role in Springfield, VA. This position requires rotating shift work in a time-sensitive operations environment and an active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph. U.S. citizenship is required.

About the Role

Castalia Systems is seeking a Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Conveyance Specialist to support the customer’s Operations Center. The specialist reviews and formats text and graphics to ensure reports meet Agency and Intelligence Community guidelines for quality and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Edit, format, and review GEOINT elements such as report text, visuals, and other content per agency publication policies.
• Apply copy-editing skills to ensure text quality and effectively communicate concepts visually.
• Collaborate with analytic authors, GEOINT Operations Officers (GOOs), and Intelligence Directors (IDs) to support GEOINT production and dissemination.
• Provide guidance on the layout, presentation, and accuracy of graphics and text.
• Troubleshoot production issues, share expertise, and assist with editing PowerPoint presentations and briefing materials.
• Utilize Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and other software suites with minimal supervision.
• Participate in training, forums, and conferences to stay current with industry standards and practices.
• Provide pre-publication quality reviews and identify gaps in product quality.
• Review visual elements like maps, charts, and illustrations for standard adherence.
• Verify classifications, identify sourcing issues, and provide classification guidance.
• Support agency missions, including crisis work, special assignments, and ad hoc tasks.
• Participate in production support meetings and provide updates.
• Develop and implement training for GEOINT Conveyance Specialist colleagues.
• Communicate effectively with internal staff and external partners.
• Archive materials following established guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of copy-editing experience with a background in graphic design.
• Proficiency in collaborating with analysts to convey high-quality, time-sensitive GEOINT to NGA's external customers.
• Expertise in reviewing and formatting geospatial intelligence reports and products according to agency standards.
• Clear, professional feedback to analysts on layout, grammar, design, and consistency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and other relevant tools.
• Mastery of NGA production software and tools (ICPS, SharePoint).
• Excellent customer service skills, clear communication, and effective team relationships.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a field relevant to copy editing or graphic design.
• Familiarity with the Intelligence Community (IC).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k matching.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Professional training opportunities.
• Pet insurance.

Pay

The projected compensation range for this position is $99,500.00 to $105,000.00 (annualized USD).

Schedule

This role requires rotating shift work in a time-sensitive operations environment. Travel is less than 10%.