GIS Developer

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. Bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth.

About the role

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Developer will employ GIS and remote sensing techniques to Earth, Moon, and other planetary image data in support of International Space Station (ISS) and Artemis missions.

• Create, manage, and deploy data pipelines for imagery and geospatial products into web GIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcPortal, and NASA internal applications
• Develop planetary and Earth-based cartography products for NASA's human space flight missions and operations
• Develop and manage geodatabases, versioning, data integrity, data catalogs, metadata and other related data information
• Utilize and recommend automation techniques for dataset and imagery processing
• Participate in science and imagery mission operations as needed
• Develop and implement geospatial and data science QA/QC processes
• Provide science services and technology products to a range of human exploration organizations including Artemis, Gateway, Orion, the lander/ascent systems, spacesuits, EVA, and ISS
• Interact with scientists, engineers, and managers in a highly dynamic and occasionally time critical environment
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area
• Geospatial database management, ArcGIS Online, Esri Portal, open-source GIS software, web and desktop-based GIS
• Strong GIS programming skills
• Experience with Earth and planetary remote sensing
• Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Adobe products)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with teammates, customers, and management at all levels
• Ability to prepare written documents and presentation to verbally present at various meetings
• Ability to develop innovative and creative work ideas and work without specific tasking

Qualifications

• BS in geoscience, lunar science, planetary science, image science, GIS, remote sensing, computational science, or relevant science fields with applicable experience
• Masters in geoscience, lunar science, planetary science, image science, GIS, remote sensing, computational science or relevant science fields with applicable experience
• 5+ years of work experience
• Software scripting, command line skills, automation of tasks, programming language
• Machine learning, deep learning, neural networks
• Mission science integration and operations
• Previous work with NASA and/or in the field of planetary geology

Benefits

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

Essential Functions

• Work Environment: Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task
• Physical Requirements: Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time)
• Equipment and Machines: Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.)
• Attendance: Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements
• Other Essential Functions: Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position. Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.