Geospatial Imagery Analysis SME / Quality Assurance Analyst-II/ Trainer

Geospatial Imagery Analysis SME / Quality Assurance Analyst-II & Trainer

Location: St. Louis, MO

 

Enabled Intelligence

Enabled Intelligence, Inc. provides extremely accurate, precise and secure data labeling and AI solutions to help our government and commercial customers effectively deploy reliable and unbiased artificial intelligence technologies. We leverage the unique talents of veterans, people with different abilities, and subject matter experts to unlock the value of data to improve the delivery of public services and mission critical national security programs. Every Enabled solution starts with a team of highly-trained, US based data analysts that have both subject-matter expertise as well as a deep understanding of the best techniques and tools for AI data annotation, model development, and testing and evaluation.

At EI we respect and celebrate individuals from all walks of life. Our different backgrounds, cultures, experiences, and way of thinking make us stronger together and result in the most accurate and reliable AI solutions for our clients. We are extremely committed to a culture and environment where excellence can be achieved! If the idea of working in a collaborative, energetic and people focused environment where we are working together to build something meaningful excites you, Enabled Intelligence might just be the team you are looking for!

Role Summary

The Geospatial Imagery Analysis SME / QA Analyst-II will report to the Enabled Intelligence Director, Quality Delivery, and will partner with the Director of Training. SMEs provide hands-on technical support to Data Annotators and Quality Control (QC) Analysts to ensure their success, and perform Quality Assurance (QA) review as the final step before data is delivered to our customers. Analysts review labels created by the Enabled Intelligence annotation teams and identify, document, and correct errors as needed to ensure labeling campaigns meet contract accuracy requirements of 95% or higher. They also document overall project error patterns and report them to Quality and Project Management. As a secondary part of the role, SMEs use what they see in the data to train and coach staff, delivering targeted training and desk-side support that improves individual and team performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite, real-time expert-level guidance to Data Annotators as they work on projects
• Provide expert guidance and support to QC Analysts on how to review and mark errors on images
• Conduct QA of the QC as the final review before customer delivery to ensure a 95% or higher accuracy rate; identify, document, and correct errors as needed
• Review project metrics, document project error patterns, and present findings to Quality and Project Management
• Review data to validate ontology and edge cases as part of the project kickoff process
• Work with QC and Annotation Team Supervisors to provide remedial support to team members who are struggling with performance
• Deliver project- and campaign-specific training and desk-side support to Data Annotators, QC Analysts, and other QA Analysts/SMEs, using Enabled Intelligence standard templates and procedures and drawing on observed error patterns
• Provide image and data analysis expertise to strengthen staff skills in feature identification, classification, and labeling, using multiple formats, styles, and approaches to fit individual learning styles and the needs of each labeling campaign
• Collaborate and coordinate with the Program Management, Quality, and Training teams to maintain best practices and standards
• Work with annotation team supervisors and the Chief People Office to learn how to work with people with different abilities, communication styles, and workplace accommodations

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Geospatial Imagery Analyst or Geospatial Intel Analyst
• Expert-level experience working with geospatial imagery, including EO, IR, SAR, and FMV
• Expert-level knowledge of air, naval, and ground vehicle order of battle
• Previous experience doing QC/QA work with data annotation or imagery analysis
• Completion of a formal Geospatial Imagery Analysis/Intelligence certification or training program
• Strong writing, presentation, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to take initiative and ownership and to solve problems in a dynamic environment
• Passion for working in a diverse, people-focused environment, and willingness to learn how to work with people who have different abilities and communication styles, in a supportive setting focused on setting individuals up for success
• Ability to work in the EI corporate office in St. Louis, MO, Monday-Friday
• Ability to obtain a TS-SCI security clearance

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Experience facilitating training, including geospatial imagery analysis or data annotation training
• Experience providing feedback to management, peers, and team members
• Educational background or training in program management, geospatial data, and/or analysis science
• Previous management experience
• Military experience
• Previously held U.S. government security clearance; active TS-SCI clearance a plus

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Standing and walking for multiple hours a day

Background Check & Security Clearance

• Applicants selected will be subject to a criminal background check
• No active clearance is required at time of application; selected applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a TS-SCI clearance

Work Location

• Enabled Intelligence offices in St. Louis, MO, Monday-Friday, with occasional travel to client offices in the St. Louis and National Capital Regions