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Senior Geospatial Specialist / SME

Puyenpa
$90,000.00 - $115,000.00 / yr
United States, Virginia, Alexandria
Jun 17, 2025
The Puyenpa family of companies that are comprised of multiple SBA Certified Native American Tribal 8(a) and multi-certified organizations focused on delivering Information Technology, Management Consulting, and General Construction solutions to the Federal Government along with the Commercial Sector. Puyenpa Services is seeking a highly qualified Senior Geospatial Specialist / SME to support mission-critical geospatial data validation, quality assurance, and compliance efforts across Department of Defense (DoD) programs. This role ensures spatial data accuracy, metadata completeness, and standards alignment for infrastructure, intelligence, and mission planning operations. This is a full-time onsite position with the possibility of a hybrid schedule. An active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility preferred for classified programs will be required. The Senior Geospatial Analyst / Technician II will work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure compliance with FGDC, SDSFIE, and agency-specific spatial data standards, supporting both ongoing operations and system modernization initiatives. This is a full-time onsite position with the possibility of a hybrid schedule. An active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility preferred for classified programs will be required. Key Responsibilities: Conduct QA/QC reviews on geospatial datasets, including validation of topology, attributes, schema, and spatial accuracy. Ensure adherence to SDSFIE, FGDC, and other DoD geospatial data standards. Review, correct, and document metadata to meet program or agency compliance requirements. Assist in the design and implementation of automated QA/QC workflows using tools such as ESRI Data Reviewer, FME, or Python/ArcPy. Support integration of geospatial data into enterprise GIS platforms and geodatabases (ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, etc.). Maintain QA/QC logs, issues documentation, and participate in quality audits. Coordinate with analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders to ensure spatial data reliability and readiness for operational use. Prepare quality reports, dashboards, and briefings for government stakeholders. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geomatics, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering, or related technical field. 3+ years of experience with geospatial QA/QC in a federal or DoD environment. Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and related QA/QC tools (Data Reviewer, Attribute Rules, etc.). Strong working knowledge of SDSFIE, FGDC metadata standards, and DoD geospatial compliance protocols. Experience conducting data schema validation, spatial integrity checks, and metadata audits. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting USACE, NGA, DLA, or DISA geospatial programs. GISP certification or ESRI Technical Certification. Familiarity with DoD architecture standards (e.g., DoDAF) and C4ISR systems integration. Knowledge of Python, SQL, and geodatabase versioning. Active TS/SCI clearance or eligibility preferred for classified programs. Puyenpa is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. At Puyenpa, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging.