GIS Developer

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Houston, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Security • Cybersecurity
The Role
Develop and maintain GIS and remote sensing pipelines and geodatabases for Earth and planetary imagery, deploy web GIS/ArcGIS Enterprise products, produce cartography and QA/QC processes, support science and mission operations, and collaborate with scientists and engineers on NASA human exploration projects.
Summary Generated by Built In

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a GIS Developer to join the team with HX5, a teammate company.

The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Developer will:

  • Employ GIS and remote sensing techniques to Earth, Moon, and other planetary image data in support of International Space Station (ISS) and Artemis missions

  • Create, manage, and deploy data pipelines for imagery and geospatial products into web GIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcPortal, and NASA internal applications

  • Develop planetary and Earth-based cartography products for NASA's human space flight missions and operations

  • Develop and manage geodatabases, versioning, data integrity, data catalogs, metadata and other related data information

  • Utilize and recommend automation techniques for dataset and imagery processing

  • Participate in science and imagery mission operations as needed

  • Develop and implement geospatial and data science QA/QC processes

  • Provide science services and technology products to a range of human exploration organizations including Artemis, Gateway, Orion, the lander/ascent systems, spacesuits, EVA, and ISS

  • Interact with scientists, engineers, and managers in a highly dynamic and occasionally time critical environment

  • Perform other duties as required​

Requisition Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

  • Typically requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent certification in a related area and a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.

  • Geospatial database management, ArcGIS Online, Esri Portal, open-source GIS software, web and desktop-based GIS

  • Strong GIS programming skills

  • Experience with Earth and planetary remote sensing

  • Proficient computer skills (i.e. Microsoft Office suite, Adobe products)

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and will be expected to effectively interact with teammates, customers, and management at all levels

  • Ability to prepare written documents and presentation to verbally present at various meetings

  • Ability to develop innovative and creative work ideas and work without specific tasking​

Requisition Preferences:

  • BS in geoscience, lunar science, planetary science, image science, GIS, remote sensing, computational science, or relevant science fields with applicable experience

  • Masters in geoscience, lunar science, planetary science, image science, GIS, remote sensing, computational science or relevant science fields with applicable experience

  • 5+ years of work experience

  • Software scripting, command line skills, automation of tasks, programming language - Machine learning, deep learning, neural networks

  • Mission science integration and operations

  • Previous work with NASA and/or in the field of planetary geology ​
     

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

  • Excellent personal and professional career growth
  • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
  • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
  • Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
  • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.


Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

06/24/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related area and a minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Geospatial database management and web/desktop GIS (ArcGIS Online, Esri Portal, ArcGIS Enterprise)
  • Strong GIS programming skills
  • Experience with Earth and planetary remote sensing
  • Develop and manage geodatabases, versioning, data integrity, data catalogs, and metadata
  • Create, manage, and deploy imagery and geospatial data pipelines into web GIS and NASA internal applications
  • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, Adobe products)
  • Excellent oral and written communication; ability to prepare written documents and presentations
  • Ability to work without specific tasking and develop creative solutions
  • Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency may be required
  • Software scripting, command line skills, automation of tasks, and programming for ML/DL (machine learning, deep learning, neural networks)
  • Mission science integration and operations experience
  • Previous work with NASA and/or planetary geology experience
  • Master's degree in geoscience, planetary science, image science, GIS, remote sensing or related field (preferred)

Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Amentum and has not been reviewed or approved by Amentum.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.

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18,261 Employees

What We Do

Amentum is a premier global technical and engineering services partner supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. We draw from a century-old heritage of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong culture of safety and ethics. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we employ more than 20,000 people in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories. Visit us at amentum.com to explore how we deliver excellence for our customers’ most vital missions.

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