Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, Mid

General Dynamics

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Work type
On-site
Location
Springfield, VA
Salary
$148,750–$201,250 / yr
Posted
30 days ago
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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, Mid

As a Geospatial Systems Software Engineer, Mid, you will join a specialized team to develop mission-critical applications for the Department of Defense. You will design, customize, and test enterprise GIS applications while performing software development using Python, C#, C++, HTML, and JavaScript. Your daily responsibilities include managing geospatial data acquisition, ensuring Risk Management Framework compliance, and configuring OGC-compliant web services like WMS and WFS. You will also integrate containerization technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift into the workflow. The role requires proficiency in ArcGIS Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer, and PostGIS/PostgreSQL, alongside experience with DevSecOps, Agile methodologies, and Git-based version control. You will solve complex technical challenges involving data interoperability, AI/ML training data management, and STIG compliance to ensure secure, scalable geospatial services for national security and intelligence operations.

What you'll do

  • Design, customize, deploy, and test enterprise GIS applications for Department of Defense systems.
  • Develop software using Python, C#, C++, HTML, and JavaScript to support mission-critical capabilities.
  • Implement geospatial data acquisition, preparation, and conversion processes.
  • Configure and troubleshoot OGC-compliant web services to ensure cross-platform data interoperability.
  • Integrate containerization technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift into the development pipeline.
  • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance for access controls and system security.
  • Remediate vulnerabilities from static code analysis and ensure systems meet STIG compliance standards.
  • Manage training data and perform model validation for AI/ML/DL system support.

What we're looking for

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a GIS-related field.
  • 5 to 10 years of relevant technical experience.
  • Proficiency in C# software development, Python, C++, HTML, and JavaScript.
  • Experience with GIS platforms including ArcGIS Pro/Enterprise, QGIS, GeoServer, and PostGIS/PostgreSQL.
  • Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliance and OGC standards (WMS, WFS, WMTS).
  • Proficiency in DevOps/DevSecOps workflows and Git-based version control tools.

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