Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in geospatial data. 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 data for use by national, regional, state, and local agencies and organizations.

 
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Geospatial Analyst and Remote Sensing Specialist to join our growing team to support NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management (OCM). You will be performing processing, quality assurance, documentation, and management of remote sensing and geospatial data and services.

This is a full-time position with a location preference for Charleston, SC with hybrid flexibility.

Core responsibilities of the Geospatial Analyst and Remote Sensing Specialist include, but are not limited to:

● Quality assurance and processing of multispectral imagery, lidar, and GIS-based ancillary data inputs for land cover production
● Perform land cover production activities (classification, modeling, manual editing) and assist in the development of automated workflows associated with those tasks, in both raster and vector environments
● Review land cover data and associated derived products for quality and accuracy
● Perform accuracy assessment of land cover data
● Assist with publishing and managing map/image services
● Write metadata records
● Assist with the development of derivative information products for use of land cover data (ex. Story Maps, web apps)

The Geospatial Analyst and Remote Sensing Specialist should have the following:

● Master’s degree in geography, remote sensing, GIS, or related field OR a Bachelor's degree with four plus years of related experience
● Working knowledge of elevation data and orthoimagery
● Demonstrated experience with image processing software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, ERDAS Imagine, and/or eCognition
● Working knowledge sufficient to evaluate land cover products
● Demonstrated experience in land cover data development and/or analysis of remotely sensed imagery or other geospatial data
● Experience with Python, or other, scripting language required for automation of processing and data management tasks
● Ability to work in a team environment
● Ability to pass a National Agency Check and fingerprinting background check and maintain it through the duration of employment.

The Ideal Geospatial Analyst and Remote Sensing Specialist will have the following:

● Experience with processing of lidar derivatives
● Practical application of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data science applications for remotely sensed data
● Processing and managing data and map services in the cloud
● Knowledge of coastal management and coastal processes
● Familiarity with wetland identification and/or habitat characterization

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small 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.