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Iowa State University School of Education

Part-Time Systems Analyst III

Iowa State University School of Education

. Perform QA/QC of NRI imagery and geospatial data received from contractors .

Posted 10/7/2026part-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
PythonRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Perform QA/QC of NRI imagery and geospatial data received from contractors
  • Investigate and resolve imagery alignment issues, rectification discrepancies, and spatial anomalies
  • Support NRCS imagery processing, calibration, and geospatial workflows
  • Verify annual CRP datasets for NRI survey use
  • Ensure geospatial deliverables meet national accuracy and quality standards
  • Develop Python scripts, data pipelines, and geospatial tools to improve efficiency
  • Design and manage end-to-end geospatial workflows for complex spatial datasets
  • Develop and maintain the RSL Tracker application to monitor production workflows
  • Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement process and technology improvements
  • Coordinate imagery production, processing, review, and QA for regional projects, including Alaska NRI
  • Coordinate schedules, milestones, technical specifications, and deliverables with contractors and partners
  • Monitor contractor compliance with requirements, data standards, and timelines
  • Serve as a senior technical resource for complex NRI geospatial operations
  • Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and support to staff and project partners
  • Collaborate with NRCS, FSA, contractors, and other partners to resolve geospatial issues
  • Develop SOPs, protocols, and technical documentation for geospatial processes

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience
  • Experience with geospatial data, GIS, and remote sensing applications
  • Experience with Python scripting, ArcGIS, QGIS, or ERDAS
  • Experience developing and managing geospatial data workflows and automation tools
  • Experience with data quality assurance/quality control and large, complex datasets
  • Experience coordinating technical projects and working with contractors or multi-agency partners
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
  • Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae required
  • Letter of Application/Cover Letter required

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program
  • WorkFlex options offering flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work