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5 Trending Headlines: 4-H helps at-risk school kids; PLUS: Using cow pie GIS

2019-02-25 22:09:00| Beef

When 4-H was introduced into an Albuquerque elementary school, some really good things happened. That and more awaits you in this weeks Trending Headlines.

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GIS Intern

2018-11-28 15:30:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

ispace Europe is seeking an enthusiastic GIS intern to join our exciting team at the ispace Europe office. About ispace ispace is a private lunar exploration company whose vision is to expand and sustain humanitys presence in space by utilizing resources available on the Moon. ispace was a Google Lunar XPRIZE finalist and its 4kg SORATO rover won the XPRIZE mobility milestone award. In addition to rovers, ispace is developing lunar landers with two missions already scheduled for launch in 2020 and 2021. ispace Europe is the companys regional office located in Luxembourg, in the heart of Europe. We are developing the next rover missions that will prospect for lunar water and thereby set the first milestone toward lunar ISRU. ispace Europe core engineering competences are in lunar science, rover navigation, mission planning, data processing, and mission systems engineering. We are a diverse and growing team, motivated by the challenges of the Lunar Frontier, and determined to achieve the companys vision. Role Description At ispace Europe, you will be fully integrated in the team and have a direct impact on the companys performance. We expect you to learn quickly, contribute your own ideas and solutions, and collaborate effectively. We also are looking forward to learning from you about emerging techniques and software that we should adopt to enhance our work. As GIS expert, you will assist the ispace Mission Scientist in assessing the relevance and safety of several lunar landing sites. The intern will perform the following tasks Assistance in creation of geodatabases Perform data entry and edits for spatial data Production of cartography for information and analyses Development of planetary surface mission planning products Research of new developments in GIS technology for planetary mission planning REQUIREMENTS Bachelor or currently enrolled in a university degree in the fields of geology, planetary sciences, geography or remote sensing or equivalent professional experience. Possess handson experience in the core technologies of your discipline, with one or more published papers in your field of study Knowledge in GIS ArcGIS 9 or higher Demonstrate excellent communication and organization Thrive in multidisciplinary environment in close cooperation with engineering and business teams Show initiative, leadership, and positive cando attitude Be comfortable with change and fastpace environment. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Knowledge of Python Knowledge of Digital Elevation Models Knowledge of planetary imaging processing ispace Europe internship programs are available yearround and paid if for durations of 6 months or more. Applications require the submissions of a resume, cover letter, and one letter of recommendation. Apply HERE

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GIS Consultant

2018-11-22 18:29:25| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

Serco is a specialist at delivering vital services on behalf of European, National and Local Governments. Serco Europe employs a large workforce in Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Switzerland, Germany, Holland, Spain, Italy and the UK. Our European operations have ca. 2,000 employees delivering critical services to public institutions throughout Europe. For one of our prestigious clients in Denmark, Copenhagen, Serco is currently looking for a GIS Consultant. Package description Full details on application. Main responsibilities Draft specifications for the development of new Land Monitoring products and services with regard to identified user needs Manage the Land Monitoring products and information services to meet the identified user needs Provision of advice and assistance in any area associated with the procurement, provision, delivery, maintenance, deployment, hosting, effective use of information systems and their environments Provision of security technical consultancy, security assessments or other security matters associated with information system projects Manage and produce clear and qualified requirements from unstructured information Organise, prioritise, specify and model the requirements Validate requirements with stakeholders Develop test scenarios Conduct user acceptance tests Maintain up to date system documentation. Ideal candidate Education University degree minimum 4 years postsecondary education or duly recognised as equivalent to Level 6 EQF Bologna process in a relevant field A degree of engineer or a PhD is considered as an asset. Experience Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience. Knowledge and skills Proven ability to speak, write and read in English CEFR C1 Rapid selfstarting capability and experience in team work Good knowledge of different types of information systems e.g. web applications, archiving solutions, GIS Proven knowledge in IT consulting Ability to participate in multilingual meetings, good communication skills Capability of working in an internationalmulticultural environment Ability to prepare and give presentations. Knowledge of Remote Sensing EO data and processing. Important Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law. Applicants are reminded that they will be requested to produce such documentation during the recruitment process. Please contact a member of the recruitment team if you require further details of acceptable types of documentation required for verification of identity and work authorization. Data Protection When creating a profile on the Serco Career Centre you agreed to the Data Protection policy, a copy is available upon request. You may submit a written request revoking your consent to this agreement at any time. About the company Serco Europe, part of the Serco group, A FTSE250, Multinational Service Provider with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Sercos space heritage over the last 40 years has placed us in the Space News Top 50 Space Industry Manufacturing and Services Companies We work alongside EUMETSAT and the European Space Agency, where we are the largest onsite service provider with ca. 300 staff. What connects the ever growing Serco workforce is a passion for delivering great service To keep ahead we have to constantly evolve and enhance the way we deliver our services and everyone in Serco has a role to play here. Serco provide the right environment to encourage ideas and a comprehensive Best Practice support network that enables them to put their ideas into action. If you share our values then join with over 50,000 colleagues globally who are equally as passionate about delivering great service as you.

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