Title:

Landsat Communications Specialist

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We at KBR, share one goal: to improve the world responsibly as a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers.

KBR is seeking a Landsat Communications Specialist to join its Communications and Outreach (C&O) team on the Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC) at the United States Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observation and Science (EROS) Center near Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Satellite imagery documents changes to the Earth’s surface, and scientists use this data to assist land managers when making decisions for public benefit. The right candidate for this position will have a passion for preparing stories and online content that helps people understand the value of EROS’ remote sensing mission and a curiosity within Earth science studies.

Our dynamic work environment requires collaboration, creativity, and a professional and enthusiastic attitude. The candidate chosen will work together with team members, scientists and engineers to generate story ideas, write articles, craft video scripts, and collaborate on graphics and animations needed to make a story engaging for the public. 

Education: BA in Communications, Journalism, Remote Sensing, Geography, or closely related discipline

Experience: 5 years recent and relevant experience

Essential Job Functions:

Advanced experience in preparing stories and other content for online distributionNavigate and translate between technical and public communication writing stylesResearch, write, and product written and visual communication products that ultimately increase the public’s understanding of the work and mission of the USGS EROS Center and Landsat Science ProductsMonitor remote sensing science news and track major Earth events for consideration in various print and online productsProduce content and help maintain the accuracy and relevancy of the EROS and Landsat Missions Web Sites and social media platformsWork closely with team members to identify priority projects, brainstorm, create articles and visual content to increase the awareness of the benefits of EROS science projects and Landsat data.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

Technical Skills:Advanced journalism skills with interviewing and copywritingAn eye for visual storytelling with graphics, video and/or animationsKnowledge of GIS techniques, remote sensing principles, and related science applicationsExperience curating, packaging, and managing layers of content to reach audiences of all levelsExperience editing and publishing web content via a content management systemHighly proficient skills with Microsoft OfficeMust be able to work independently and within teamsSoft Skills:Ability to work and communicate effectively with othersExcellent written, visual and verbal communication skillsAn appreciation for and interest in science, specifically Earth ScienceMotivated to gain a broad understanding of the USGS EROS missionSelf-starter with an ability to multi-task

The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire but before starting work to obtain a badge for facility access and user accounts.

WORK LOCATION

This position supports a team anchored in Sioux Falls, SD and is offered as a hybrid or remote work environment. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credentialThe candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account.

KBR partners with several other companies to fulfill its requirements as a government contractor. The selected subcontracting companies align their benefits as closely as possible to those above.

KBR Benefits​

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.  We support career advancement through professional training and development.​

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Inclusion and Diversity at KBR​

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.  These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company.  That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations.  Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems.  We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.  We Deliver – Together. ​

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INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY AT KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.