Mandarin Toponymist/ Geospatial Linguist - Ts/sci Required

Leidos UK

St. Louis, MO, United States
Base: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Mandarin language proficiency
Geographic names database (gndb)
Geographic names processing system (gnps)
Analyze and conflate feature data in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) using agency guidance and policies

Job Summary

  • Analyze and conflate feature data in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) using agency guidance and policies.
  • Utilize Geographic Names Processing Systems (GNPS), charts, imagery, and geospatial tools to refine names information and respond to user questions.
  • Research, order, scan, and geo-reference various sources to enhance toponymic and geographic accuracy, creating shapefiles and geo-databases.

Matching Summary

Analyze and conflate feature data in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) using agency guidance and policies.

Salary

Base: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mandarin language proficiency
  • Geographic Names Database (GNDB)
  • Geographic Names Processing System (GNPS)
  • ArcGIS Pro and QGIS
  • Research and information gathering
  • Native maps and imagery analysis

Nice-to-have

  • Disruptive and proactive mindset
  • Team member and independent analyst
  • Python scripting proficiency
  • Regional geographic expertise

Key Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance required
  • Willingness to obtain POLY level clearance
  • 10+ years relevant education/experience
  • ILR Skill Level 2+ in Mandarin reading
  • Intermediate to advanced GIS software experience

Work Rights

Active TS/SCI and willingness to obtain POLY level clearance

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