Senior Digital Cartography Specialist

Salary: Competitive

Grade: 5

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose

BAE Systems is the UK Government’s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.

BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.

The Digital Cartography Specialist is responsible for creating and maintaining digital maps, charts, and other geospatial visualisations. The purpose of this role is to ensure that all maps and charts are accurate, up-to-date, and meet the applicable geospatial data products standards and policies. The Individual should be able to work well unsupervised and will be able to plan and organise the team’s activities.

Job Accountabilities

• Creates and maintains digital maps, charts, and other geospatial visualisations
• Ensures that all maps and charts meet the applicable geospatial data standards and policies.
• Collaborates with other geospatial specialists to integrate geospatial data products into maps and charts.
• Ensures that all maps and charts are accurate, up-to-date, and reflect the latest geospatial information.
• Applies analytical and creative skills to develop optimal map layouts and designs.
• Monitors and reviews map and chart production processes to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of digital cartography platforms and tools.
  
  

RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, or a related field.
• Certificate in Cartography or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in digital cartography roles.
• Skills in ArcGlS Pro, ArcGlS Desktop, QGIS, Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong knowledge of cartography principles, geospatial tools and technologies.
• Strong knowledge of military mapping such as TLM, JOG.
• Familiarity with geospatial data standards and policies.
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and customers.
  
  

Expatriate Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not to be missed.

On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.

Saudi National Employee Benefits

In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised recreational facilities

BAE Systems

At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries. Working with customers and local partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to deliver military capability, protect national security and people, and keep critical information and infrastructure secure.

All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary Government and/or Customer approvals.