GIS Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

The GIS Specialist is responsible for support of all operations with up to the minute charting and analysis of SubCom’s various undertakings, any hazards, or any regulatory issue that may cause delay to the schedule. This includes routine GIS charting for Permitting or Repair team submittals. The team of which this specialist would be a part also maintains the daily report database and is responsible for development and troubleshooting of the database. The GIS Specialist will also be expected to research and develop innovative solutions (such as new analytical methods and/or new ways to present complex issues) for the individual Marine Departments, such as Submersibles, Shore Ends, Installation, Survey, and DTS.

Responsibilities

• Work to grow SubCom’s Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) footprint and integrate GIS tools into existing work streams
• Build in new GIS methodologies into Marine workflows and research cutting-edge remote sensing technologies and data-sources that could be leveraged for DTS analyses and risk assessments
• Work closely with the Marine Engineering and Cable Installation Team
• Interface with other internal teams, such as Marine Documentation, Bids & Proposals, Permitting, and Marine Liaison, to synchronize GIS work streams and create new GIS tools, data layers, and functionality that can assist marine survey and installation
• Engage with the Marine Engineering and Cable Installation Team using their risk assessment and work flows to further enhance DTS deliverables and provide input into GIS tool development
• Consistently adhere to SubCom’s core values, policies and procedures
• Up to 10% travel may be required

Qualifications

• BS or BA in relevant field or equivalent experience required. MS or MA in relevant field is a plus
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in directly related discipline (geography, ocean or marine science or engineering) required
• Knowledge of undersea cable system planning, survey, and route selection required
• Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple, and at times competing priorities
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with the team, management peers, and internal and external customers
• Demonstrated ability to solve practical problems or resolve issues in a timely manner
• Computer literate; proficiency with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Articulates thoughts and ideas clearly, concisely, and persuasively
• Ability to work effectively within a fast paced rapidly changing environment

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

BENEFITS 

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19^th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation