BMA is seeking a Simulation Support Team Terrain Database Engineer to join our team supporting the ARNG Mission Command Training Support Program. This position is located at Camp Dodge in Des Moines, IA with frequent travel.
Job Summary
This position is a fulltime Exempt (salary) position, supporting the ARNG Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). The SST Terrain Database Engineer creates digital terrain in support of live, virtual, and constructive simulation applications specifically, for ARNG MTC current mission for the following JLCCTC Federates: WARSIM, BE Server, AARS, MUSE/UAS. Creates digital terrain for US Army Mission Command Information Systems. Other duties include, but are not limited to:
• Designs and generates new digital terrain, edits digital terrain, and manages terrain databases for all models and Federates within the JLVC, JLCCTC, LVC-G.
• Processes mosaic large aerial imagery datasets
• Develops and analyzes topographic and thematic map data in support of training and operational missions
• Conducts configuration management of the terrain production tools
• Maintains historical terrain, imagery, map, texture and data sets
• Collaborates with other terrain laboratories as required to include, but not limited to, National Simulation Center TPO-C, Deputy Chief of Staff, Engineer (DSCENG), and National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA); establishing working relationships and refining products
• Operates (as directed) a JLCCTC Federate during a CPX; enabling simultaneous CPX execution.
• Supports JLCCTC CPX operations as needed, such as WARSIM Battle Station Workstation instruction and Over the Shoulder (OTS) support to LOCOM cells during CPXs.
Clearance Requirements
There is a Secret Security Clearance requirement for this position.
Required Skills & Certifications
• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in the field as a GIS (Geographical Information System) subject matter expert (SME).
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in utilizing a combination of COTS and GOTS products including ALL of the following applications: ERDAS IMAGINE, ESRI ArcGIS, Global Mapper, Adobe Photoshop, JLCCTC STT (Site Terrain Tool).
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in technical computer operations able to learn JLCCTC Federate operations.
• BS degree in Geographic Information Science and Technology career field. May be waivered if candidate possesses (12) years of experience working in GIS career field
• Certified GIS Professional, example is membership in GIS Certification Institute (GISCI) organization
Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions
• Position: Office environment, occasionally outdoors. Occasional exposure to natural conditions existing at different locations around the US.
• Work Week: Monday-Friday (may vary based on mission requirements)
• Work Hours: 0800 - 1700 (may vary based on mission requirements)
• Overtime: As Required
• Travel: As Required
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Overview
BMA is an employee-owned small business headquartered in Huntsville, AL that provides superior customer service by empowering all levels of our staff to make timely decisions to produce high-quality results. BMA fosters an environment of passion, precision, and dedication in order to fulfill our commitments to our partners, government, and country.
Benefits
We believe that our employees well-being is paramount to our success so our benefits package has been crafted with that in mind. We offer multiple healthcare coverage options to include low deductible, high deductible, and plans eligible for our Health Savings Account (HSA) option. Along with medical coverage, employees have dental, vision, accident & illness, short- and long-term disability all available to them. BMA proudly maintains a 401(k) plan with an industry leading 6% match that can include profit sharing based on company performance. Lastly, being an employee-owned company means that BMA offers a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing eligible employees the opportunity to earn stock in BMA, subject to plan eligibility and vesting requirements.
AAP & EEO Statement
Beshenich Muir & Associates, LLC (BMA) is an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State, or Local Law.