Terrain Modeling and Monitoring Scientist 3

2 days ago


Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States KBR Full time
Job Title: Terrain Modeling and Monitoring Scientist 3

About the Role:

KBR's Science and Space division is seeking a highly skilled Terrain Modeling and Monitoring Scientist 3 to support our Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC) at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation & Science (EROS) Center in Sioux Falls, SD.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide technical leadership to production team/scientists
  • Investigate production system errors
  • Generate, understand and derive 1-meter seamless elevation tiles using prioritized disparate 3DEP Original Product Resolution (DEM)
  • Project and transform data to map specifications (Continental U.S.)
  • Implement solutions to resolve areas of discrepancy in adjacent DEM sources
  • Recognize source and derivative elevation model anomalies to mitigate error propagation
  • Capture metadata
  • Execute accuracy checks against Hydrologic Unit Code (HUC)-level mosaics to conduct quality assurance/quality control reviews and resolution
  • Provide research and testing for changes/enhancements to the production process
  • Perform regional vertical accuracy assessments
  • Provide assistance/guidance on reference checkpoint data

Requirements:

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain credentials for facility access and user accounts
  • Must have a 3-year residency in the United States
  • Minimum of MS in Earth Science, Natural Science, Physical Science, or related with emphasis in geography, remote sensing, GIS, software engineering, information technology
  • At least 5 years of directly related professional experience (willing to consider differing combinations of education/experience)
  • Fundamental knowledge of elevation data and mapping applications
  • Proficient in geospatial data processing
  • Experience working with GIS software applications (such as ArcGIS Pro)
  • Fundamental understanding of remote sensing science and the characteristics of geospatial data
  • Basic background in Python programming
  • Writing ability and experience authoring process documentation, metadata, and reports
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including effective questioning, listening, and presentation skills
  • Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation, dependability, and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience generating elevation maps
  • Experience with Geospatial Data Abstraction Library (GDAL)
  • Experience in conducting investigations related to geospatial data
  • Experience working with scripting languages, such as Python and R to automate geo-processing workflows
  • Experience leading technical team

Work Location:

This position supports a team anchored in Sioux Falls, SD and is offered in either a hybrid remote/onsite or a fully remote work environment.

Special Requirements:

  • Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential
  • The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account.

KBR Benefits:

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Inclusion and Diversity at KBR:

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team's philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer. We Deliver – Together.



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