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Mid-Level Cartographer – TS/SCI St. Louis, MO TS/SCI Security Clearance Wiser offers innovative solutions to clients in the public, private, and government sectors. We combine technology and expertise to develop inventive solutions that deliver quality results and aid in critical decision making. With the flexibility and efficiency of a small business, we provide nimble responsiveness with the low risk and strong performance experience of an established GEOINT and Geospatial service provider. Role Description We are presently identifying candidates for the following position: Mid-Level Cartographer – TS/SCI. This position supports large- and small-scale cartographic production in a high-tempo GEOINT environment. The role requires a strong understanding of geography, cartographic finishing principles, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to produce, edit, and review high-quality maps and charts while ensuring timely, accurate mission support. Successful candidates are adaptable, team-oriented, professional, and committed to delivering high-quality GEOINT products. Responsibilities * Produce, edit, and review national and international maps and charts at various scales using established cartographic standards. * Create and maintain standard mapping products, including: * Topographic Map (TM) * MGCP Topographic Map (MTM) * Image City Map (ICM) * Joint Operations Graphic (JOG) * Tactical Pilotage Chart (TPC) * Jet Navigation Chart (JNC) * Global Navigation Chart (GNC) * Operational Navigation Chart (ONC) * Evacuation Chart (EVC) * Attribute, conflate, edit, exploit, extract, format, manipulate, merge, position, and symbolize geospatial information to produce finished map/chart products and perform quality assurance reviews. * Analyze and evaluate Foundation data for coverage, accuracy, currency, completeness, and applicability to mission requirements. * Participate in technical exchanges with Government, industry partners, academia, military, civil partners, and geographically dispersed teams. * Support mission readiness by developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), creating training guides, and mentoring team members. Minimum Qualifications * U.S. Citizen * Active Top-Secret/SCI security clearance at time of application and willingness to complete a CI poly upon request. * A total of 5 points of relevant background via one of the following pathways: * High School diploma and 5 years of relevant military or full-time geospatial professional experience. * High School diploma and 4 years of experience plus GPC Level I and II certification. * Relevant Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience. * Relevant Bachelor's degree and relevant Master's degree. * Demonstrated experience in cartographic finishing, feature extraction, and data content management. * Knowledge of Feature Data Specifications or Product Specifications (DPS) to include, the Topographic Data Store (TDS) and Multinational Geospatial Co-production Program (MGCP) schemas, Data Product Specification (DPS), and/or Standard Information Guidance (SIG) for GEOINT product lines which include Topographic Map (TM), MGCP Topographic Map (MTM), Joint Operations Graphic (JOG), Tactical Pilotage Chart (TPC), Jet Navigation Chart (JNC), Global Navigation Chart (GNC), and Operational Navigation Chart (ONC) and variants (provisional, automated, etc.). * Knowledge of digital data formats including, vector data, shapefile and spatial database, GML, and Extensible Markup Language (XML). * Knowledge and skills necessary to edit, merge, and/or conflate geospatial content. * Experience finding and using resources/webservices/websites as they pertain to features/attributes required for portrayal on map/charts. Resources may include: Geographic Names, Boundaries, GRiD, Geodetic Packages (GEOPAK), Automated-Air-Facilities-Intelligence-File (AAFIF), Digital Vertical Obstruction Files (DVOF), Digital Nautical Chart (DNC), TDS, MGCP, etc. * Demonstrated expertise with cartographic finishing software and automation tools, such as Cartographic Web Services (CWS), Digital Cartographic Studio (DCS), ArcGIS Desktop/Pro and extensions, and/or Cartographic Automation Production Solution (CAPS). * Demonstrated experience performing geo-locational mensuration functions, extract coordinates and positional relationships from digital database systems. * Demonstrated experience performing imagery interpretation from various imagery sources to validate features present on or missing from map/chart products and the underlying feature data. * Basic experience using a geospatial database. * Demonstrated experience communicating technical aspects of the cartographic product finishing tradecraft with clarity and accuracy both verbally and written. * Experience with combining digital cartography, computer technology, GIS, cartographic and geospatial production techniques, remote sensing, photogrammetry, and digital data formats. * Experience performing Quality Control and/or Quality Assurance of maps/chart using documented specifications and standards. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in developing production schedules in order to deliver customer requirements on-time or ahead of the due date. * Experience with Python scripting. * Experience serving in a supervisory or Technical Lead work role. * Experience training coworkers or others in cartographic techniques and best practices. * Familiarity with emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, tools, and methodologies, with an understanding of their applications, implications, and integration into daily geospatial and intelligence workflows. Work Environment Team environment, onsite (Springfield, MO), Monday - Friday, full-time, flexible schedule. *Candidates are encouraged to submit a resume that explicitly addresses each of the requirements listed above. Wiser Imagery Services employs personnel within the states of Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, North Dakota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans To comply with Federal law, Wiser Imagery Services participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process upon hire. Wiser Imagery Services is a drug-free workplace. We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.