Geospatial Analyst

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Geospatial Analyst to join our growing team.  The ideal Geospatial Analyst will be located in the Charleston, SC area, and be able to work a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Geospatial Analyst will include the following:

 

 Perform quality assurance reviews of land cover datasets at multiple resolutions toevaluate the data quality, report on errors, and summarize issues. Perform bulk processing, modeling, and editing tasks associated with the directclassification and development of high-resolution land cover data. Compile, process, and analyze imagery, elevation, and/or other geographic basedancillary data, both raster and vector based, in order to produce derived products, maps,statistics, and other information. Assist with development and publishing of metadata records and the management ofmap/image services. Assist state and local data users with technical assistance requests, on an ad-hoc basis. Interact with state and local data users and/or partners to present on and answerquestions related to NOAA’s land cover mapping activities and technical specifications.

Qualifications

The Ideal Geospatial Analyst will have the following:

 

 Demonstrated experience of land cover mapping; including general knowledge ofcommon methods, classification schemes, accuracy assessments, and potentiallychange detection analysis. Some experience and general remote sensing knowledge, specifically working withelevation data, ortho-imagery, and derived ancillary data sets. Experience working with data in both raster and vector format. Experience working with geospatial analysis tools such as (or similar to) ArcGIS Pro,Erdas Imagine, QGIS, Global Mapper, and/or similar. General familiarity and/or experience with image segmentation (image objects). General familiarity of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science applicationsfor remotely sensed data. Experience with Python, or other scripting language, for automation of data processingand data management tasks. Familiarity with wetland identification and/or habitat characterization Knowledge of coastal management and coastal processes Work as part of a team and independently to achieve day-to-day objectives andoperational results for project deliverables. Be responsible for major project components or processes, including managingcomplex, automated tasks; assisting with publishing and managing map services; writingmetadata records; and the development of derivative products (ex. Storymaps, webapps, etc.) Regularly employ ingenuity and creativity to develop new technical solutions in order toachieve functional objectives Possess strong communication and organizational skills Ability to follow standard operating procedures and guidance documentation

 

 

 

 

About Lynker

 

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

 

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

 

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

 

 

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.