Cartographer

ManTech - Springfield, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Springfield, VA

5,001-10,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cartographer position at ManTech involves enhancing the production capacity of nautical charts and related data to support national security efforts. The role focuses on sourcing, evaluating, and compiling maritime features using advanced GIS technologies, while also improving production efficiency through scripting and data management.

Responsibilities

• Source evaluation of rasterized nautical charts, ENC, digital hydrographic survey data, Notices to Mariners (NtM), and orthorectified imagery.
• Compile or update maritime features and attributes for the SFH DNC/ENC portfolio using ArcGIS based Data Capture and Finishing Environment (DCAFE) workstations.
• Extract features from various sources including rasterized nautical charts and digital hydrographic survey data.
• Write Python scripts in ArcGIS to improve the efficiency of the production process.
• Perform data conversion and migration.

Requirements

• Three or more years of cartographic finishing and feature extraction experience.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS and PLTS.
• Ability to geo-rectify maps, charts, and various sources.
• Familiarity with NGA Products and Services.
• Utilize geographic names information from the GNDB.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Work in a diverse team environment.
• Engagement in innovative projects that support national security.