Senior GIS Analyst / Team Lead

BAE Systems•Hill AFB, UT

2d•$107,359 - $182,510

About The Position

The Senior GIS Analyst / Team Lead provides advanced geospatial analysis and technical leadership in support of the Sentinel program’s operational requirements. The role includes site suitability and network analysis, geospatial roadmap planning, geodatabase design and maintenance, rigorous data quality assurance, and production of professional maps for executive briefings and technical reports. The position collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify geospatial requirements and deliver solutions that support resource allocation and mission readiness. It also develops automation for repetitive GIS tasks and ensures geospatial work follows security protocols, ITAR regulations, and program-specific data handling requirements. The role mentors junior GIS technicians and serves as the primary point of contact for geospatial queries within the program. It requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field and at least seven years of professional GIS analysis experience. The salary range is $107,359–$182,510. BAE Systems offers eligible regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week a benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; life and accident insurance; an employee assistance program; a legal plan; insurance discounts; paid time off and holidays; and several types of leave. Recognition awards and other incentives may also be available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Geomatics, or a related technical field.
At least 7 years of professional GIS analysis experience, preferably in defense, aerospace, or government contracting.
Expert-level proficiency in Esri ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap.
Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal for ArcGIS, and SDE (Spatial Database Engine).
Strong command of coordinate systems, projections, and geospatial data formats.
Ability to synthesize complex datasets and communicate clear, concise spatial interpretations to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Python for automation and data manipulation.
Proficiency in SQL and relational database management.
Experience with remote sensing, LiDAR processing, or 3D modeling using ArcGIS Pro 3D or CityEngine.
GISP (GIS Professional) certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced spatial analysis, including site suitability and network analysis, to support Sentinel program operational requirements.
Mentor junior GIS technicians and act as the primary point of contact for geospatial queries within the program.
Define the team’s geospatial roadmap and identify opportunities to integrate GIS technologies or methodologies that improve operational efficiency.
Design, implement, and maintain geodatabases.
Ensure data integrity through rigorous QA/QC processes and comply with BAE Systems and government data governance standards.
Create professional maps for executive briefings and technical reports.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify geospatial requirements and deliver tailored solutions that optimize resource allocation and mission readiness.
Develop and automate repetitive GIS tasks using Python (ArcPy/PyGIS) or ModelBuilder.
Ensure geospatial activities comply with security protocols, ITAR regulations, and program-specific data handling requirements.