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Data Eng Sr Prin

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$120.87K - $205.49K/yr

... Geodesy, commercial GEOINT, and commercial data. The candidate shall lead and manage a geographically dispersed data and content analysis team as described below. Required Skills and Education ...

Data Eng Prin

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$107.36K - $182.51K/yr

The ideal candidate will perform Regional Content Management (RCM) and support to Combatant Commands and NGA Support Teams with dissemination of Source Foundation in Maps, Charts & Geodesy ...

$118.10K - $200.76K/yr

The ideal candidate will perform Regional Content Management (RCM) and support to Combatant Commands and NGA Support Teams with dissemination of Source Foundation in Maps, Charts & Geodesy ...

Senior GEOINT Analyst 117-114

Springfield, VA · On-site

$91.90K - $121.70K/yr

... geodesy, geophysics, earth science, cartography, or a related field - AND- 5 years of experience ... data management. * Demonstrated experience conducting spatiotemporal geospatial analysis using ...

Land Surveyor

Vicksburg, MS · On-site

$74.68K/yr

Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act * Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 ... surveying, geodesy, route surveying, remote sensing, cartography, survey astronomy, land ...

Program SME

Saint Louis, MO

$112.80K - $113.30K/yr

Subject Matter Expert - Mapping, Charting, & Geodesy The Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides ... and technical management support for interagency contracts · Analyze internal policies and ...

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How much do manager geodesy jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager geodesy in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Geodesy vs Geospatial Project Manager?

AspectManager GeodesyGeospatial Project Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Geodesy, Surveying, or related field; certifications like LS or PLS often preferredBachelor's or higher in Geography, GIS, or related field; project management certifications like PMP beneficial
Work EnvironmentField surveys, geodetic data analysis, coordination with survey teamsOffice-based, overseeing GIS projects, client communication, project planning
Employer & Industry UsageSurveying firms, engineering companies, government agenciesGIS consulting firms, environmental agencies, urban planning firms

The Manager Geodesy focuses on geodetic surveys, data collection, and technical geodesy tasks, while the Geospatial Project Manager manages GIS projects, coordinating teams and resources. Both roles require related technical knowledge but differ in their primary focus and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Manager Geodesy job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $59,525 per year, or $28.6 per hour.
Geodetic Orbit Scientist

$51.74K/yr

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Posted 20 days ago


U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 517 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 46 rated military and defense


Job description

Geodetic Orbit Scientists monitor Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), acquire and analyze satellite data, produce and maintain the WGS 84 reference frame, and contribute geodetic products (e.g., GNSS orbits) to the DoW, IC, and civilian partners. They plan, develop, evaluate, and use algorithms and tools to provide integrity monitoring and determine ephemerides and other information. They

Qualifications:

MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online resumes must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement:
1. Experience with scientific or statistical analysis.
2. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team to ensure that project goals and deadlines are met
3. Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues.
4. Experience with computer operating systems, computer networking, coding, and/or database management.
5. Experience communicating through written, visual, and/or verbal reporting and presentation
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: A. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Geodesy, Mathematics, Physical Science, or a related discipline that includes at least 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework in any combination of Astronomy, Computer Science, Engineering Science, Geodesy, Geology, Geomatics, Geophysics, Mathematics, Orbital Mechanics, Physical Science, Physics, Remote Sensing, or Surveying. Coursework must include differential and integral calculus. -OR- B. Combination of Education and Experience: A minimum of 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework in any area listed in option A, plus experience in conducting work related to satellite operations, GPS surveying, Geodesy, Geophysics, Wide Area Network analysis, or a related field that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties associated with this work. As a rule, every 30 semester (45 quarter) hours of coursework is equivalent to one year of experience. Candidates should show that their combination of education and experience totals 4 years.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: Distinguish principal colors; Near visual acuity of 20/60 or better with or without corrective lenses

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired:
1. Experience with satellite characteristics (hardware or software), Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS), WGS 84, and/or Precise Ephemerides calculations.
2. Experience with the integration, execution, and/or resource allocation of programs.
3. Experience leading team and/or projects.
4. Experience with one or more of the following computer systems: UNIX, UNIX scripting, FORTRAN, C, C++, STK, UML, MATLAB MATHEMATICA, and/or Python.

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