Database Engineer jobs in Kansas City, KS

Description

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.  

Duties: 

• 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 
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Benefits

• Medical Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD)
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Company Match up to 6%
• Profit Sharing

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. 
 

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. 

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