Description
What Impact You'll Have
We are seeking an Aeronautical Production Specialist to support the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency's (NGA) Airfield Foundation Data (AFD) program. In this role, you will contribute to the creation and maintenance of foundational airfield intelligence by extracting, analyzing, validating, and producing geospatial data in accordance with NGA standards and specifications. Your work will directly support mission-critical aviation, intelligence, and operational planning requirements by ensuring the accuracy and completeness of airfield feature data.
What You'll be Owning
- Extract, analyze, and maintain Airfield Foundation Data (AFD) features from imagery and other geospatial sources in accordance with NGA product specifications.
- Identify, collect, validate, and update airfield features including runways, taxiways, navigational aids, air traffic control towers, hangars, and other aviation-related infrastructure.
- Perform data acquisition, evaluation, analysis, entry, application, and maintenance activities within NGA-defined collection areas.
- Conduct mensuration activities to support accurate feature extraction and geospatial positioning.
- Execute quality control and quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with established NGA standards and accuracy requirements.
- Support product finishing activities and assist with database updates as required.
- Create, maintain, and update technical documentation supporting production processes and mission requirements.
- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to resolve data discrepancies and improve production workflows.
- Ensure production milestones and deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
What You Must Have
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Candidates must either possess an active CI Polygraph at the time of hire or be willing and eligible to obtain and maintain one.
- 1–3 years of experience performing geospatial feature collection, feature validation, and finishing activities involving points, lines, and polygons.
- Basic knowledge of airfield infrastructure, including runways, taxiways, navigational aids, air traffic control towers, hangars, and related aviation features.
- Experience performing imagery analysis and mensuration activities.
- Ability to understand, update, and develop technical documentation supporting production requirements and mission objectives.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data quality and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating within a team environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
What Would be Nice to Have
- Understanding of geospatial principles including horizontal and vertical coordinate systems, elevation models, and positional accuracy standards.
- Knowledge of imagery sources, geospatial products, collection processes, and sensor capabilities.
- Experience reading, interpreting, and writing XML.
- Familiarity with NGA production workflows, specifications, and quality standards.
- Experience using GIS, imagery exploitation, or geospatial production tools.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geospatial Intelligence, GIS, Remote Sensing, Aviation, or a related field.
Why Choose GRVTY
The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.
We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.
At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
• Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k with generous company match
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Award Programs
• Variety of Company Sponsored Events
EEO Statement
GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email recruiting@grvty.com or call 703-544-7930 with requested details. A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days.
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