Climate and Energy Data Manager Job Opportunity at Maxar Technologies

Are you passionate about national security and eager to make a direct impact on mission-critical projects? Maxar Technologies has an urgent and immediate need for a Climate and Energy Data Manager to join our team at our customer site in McLean, VA.

Life with Us

Project Overview

At Maxar, we support our longstanding customer in enhancing their economic analysis, often aimed at policymakers. Our collaborative team provides comprehensive geospatial and data management solutions, integrating with the customer's all-source analysis. Meeting and exceeding the customer's expectations is our ultimate priority, ensuring a gratifying experience for all parties involved.

Your Career Growth

Maxar places a high value on professional development and continuing education. We empower our employees to shape their own career paths, supported by numerous resources available to our team. You will work closely with your direct supervisor or a mentor to set career goals and create a plan for consistent growth.

Benefits We Offer

• Dedicated professional development time.
• Conference attendance.
• Industry training through corporate partnerships.
• Peer support groups.
• Paid certifications.
• Education reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness.
• And much more...

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

As the Climate and Energy Data Manager, you will:

• Manage data collection, formatting, storage, cataloguing, and initial analysis of climate and energy data.
• Ensure data sources are readily available and accessible for the customer.
• Collaborate with analysts to determine resources needed to complete tasks.
• Develop and enhance data sources to meet customer needs.
• Provide regular progress updates to the customer, including presentations at team meetings.

Minimum Requirements

• US Citizen with TS/SCI ISSA clearance and Polygraph.
• Willingness to work at the Sponsor’s facility in the Washington Metropolitan Area (WMA).
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Geography, Economics, Energy Studies, Climate Studies, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, etc.) or 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• At least 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience managing data, including collection, formatting, storage, cataloguing, and preliminary analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with economic, energy, and/or climate data sources from various sectors.
• Experience modeling economic, energy, and/or climate data.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data manipulation.
• Understanding of energy security and climate change issues.
• Ability to manage major modeling efforts and apply econometric solutions to intelligence analysis.
• Experience with geospatial analysis tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS, remote sensing, and imagery analysis.
• Skills in cartography and working with User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) designers.
• Python programming experience.

Compensation

Our salary ranges are market-driven to ensure competitiveness. Earnings potential, ranging from $96,000.00 to $160,000.00 annually, will be based on a candidate’s unique skill set, knowledge, and geographical location.

Maxar Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Maxar Technologies welcomes you to apply for the Climate and Energy Data Manager position and join us in shaping a better, more secure future.