2025-05-21
Lynker Technologies
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Silver Spring
Maryland
20910
United States
Lynker Technologies
Systems Analyst
US-MD-Silver Spring
Job ID: 2025-1340
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Geospatial Analyst/Developer
NOAA - Silver Spring MD
Overview
Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved nautical charts and forecasts.
As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Analyst to join our growing team.
NOAAs Office of Coast Survey - External Source Data Team: Evaluates data which is not originally requested by, produced intentionally for, or contracted by the National Ocean Service; for the purpose of updating NOAA Nautical Charts and feeding the National Bathymetric Source, which builds the national bathymetry, and to support a mandate for navigational products as well as other NOAA priorities, such as the New Blue Economy.
Primary Responsibilities of the Program Analyst include the Following:
Review bathymetry data and metadata to assess suitability for Office of Coast
Survey (OCS) navigation product updates.
Investigate submissions from external source data providers (i.e. other federal
agencies, universities, ports and many others) to verify validity of data packages
and inform appropriate use of data submissions based on hydrographic data
quality attributes.
Process submitted data to OCS standard formats and prepare data for ingestion
into the National Bathymetric Source.
Participate in the research and development of improved data review and data
management workflows and other special projects as needed
Required Skills & Qualifications include the Following:
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures of hydrography and hydrographic science to support proper evaluation of bathymetric data and appropriate assignment of data quality.
Experience working with common software used in bathymetric data processing and evaluation, such as Caris HIPS and SIPS, Caris Base Editor and QPS Qimera.
Experience working with GIS software such as QGIS and ArcGIS Pro.
Adept at working both independently and with others to share information and develop best practices.
Has good attention to detail and strong organizational skills ensuring appropriate metadata is encoded and work is complete and accurate.
Effective in both verbal and written modes of communication.
Bachelor's Degreee and one (1) year of related experience
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
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