Senior Visual Database Lead - Geospatial Engineer

Job Title:

Lead Geospatial Engineer

Location:

Arlington, TX or Tampa, FL

Employment Type:

Direct

Industry: Defense & Aerospace

Compensation: $153k-$160k

Schedule:

9x80

As a Lead Geospatial Engineer, you will lead the development of real‑time geospatial database content that supports advanced simulation and training programs. You'll collaborate with a talented team to design innovative GIS and 3D visualization solutions while providing technical leadership, mentoring team members, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of real‑time geospatial database solutions for simulation and training applications.
• Provide technical leadership by assigning, coordinating, and reviewing work while mentoring and supporting team members.
• Develop and maintain high‑quality GIS, 3D modeling, and visualization products that meet customer and program requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and customers to deliver innovative solutions aligned with project goals, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure technical solutions comply with organizational processes, quality standards, and established development practices.
• Identify and implement creative solutions to complex technical challenges in a fast‑paced development environment.
• Contribute to development efforts across Windows and Linux environments while supporting continuous improvement and team success.

• Supportive, team‑driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People‑first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance—where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider that helps companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

• Bachelor's degree in GIS/Earth Science or related Engineering field
• 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  Image Science, Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing/Data Fusion, Geo Imaging/Processing, Spectral/Imagery Analysis
• 5+ years' experience in creating moving and static 3D models, in software such as 3D Studio Max, Maya, or Creator
• 3+ years of experience in executing projects through the full development lifecycle, from requirements through customer acceptance
• 3+ years of experience defining and executing business processes
• 3+ years of experience in Cost Account Management (CAM) and Earned Value Management
• 3+ years of experience in Project Scheduling
• 3+ years of experience authoring white papers and technical presentations a benefit

• Active Secret Security Clearance
• 8+ years' experience in the acquisition and manipulation of a wide variety of common aerial and satellite imagery, elevation data, and vector data
• 8+ years' experience in Photoshop, primarily in image clean up, and color correction
• 8+ years' experience in ArcGIS
• 5+ years' experience in database creation for multiple image generation systems, such as Aechelon, MetaVR, Vital, or Quantum3D
• 5+ years' leading team development efforts
• Workflow Management tools (i.e. Clear Case, Clear Quest, Perforce, Atlassian, RTC)
• Modeling Tools (i.e. Terra Vista, Creator, Maya, 3D Studio Max)
• Global Mapper
• Erdas
• FME
• ArcGIS Toolset
• Ability to delegate and prioritize tasks
• Problem solving and ability to find multiple solutions to issues
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experienc…