Company Description

Capitol Airspace Group is an aviation consulting firm located in Alexandria, VA. The company provides analytical, strategic, and advocacy services to renewable energy and commercial developers, airports, and communities. Capitol Airspace specializes in the FAA aeronautical study process, obstruction evaluation, air traffic control operations, airspace design, and flight procedures development. Capitol Airspace additionally has growing lines of business in solar glint and glare analysis and electromagnetic spectrum analysis.

Role Description

This is a full-time role for a Geographic Information Systems Analyst. The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Analyst will conduct studies and create maps primarily supporting solar glint and glare analysis and electromagnetic spectrum analysis. The GIS Analyst will additionally support aeronautical analysis studies and advocacy products. The role is located in Alexandria, VA, and is initially full-time on-site. After completing an onboarding and training period, the analyst is eligible for a hybrid in-office/remote work schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, or related field
• At least two years professional work experience
• Experience using GIS Applications, with an emphasis on QGIS and ESRI ArcMap
• Experience with database queries
• Demonstrable analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Additional Qualifications that will make a stronger candidate

• Experience processing and analyzing LiDAR point clouds, including filtering, classification, and extraction of features
• Master's degree in GIS or a related field
• Knowledge of Python or other coding languages
• Experience with scripting or model building as related to GIS applications
• Experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS
• Experience or interest in aviation, airspace, air traffic control operations, or FAA regulations
• Experience or interest in radio, broadcasting, or other electromagnetic spectrum applications
• Experience in the solar energy industry

Company Culture

Capitol Airspace is an equal opportunity employer and a veteran-owned company. We believe in investing in our employees. Life at Capitol Airspace encourages professional development and personal growth. Our team works hard and values what each employee can bring to the table. Our goal is to deliver the best service possible to our clients.

Hiring Timeline

Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. Interviews for this role are expected to continue into January, with a start date for the role in early 2025.