Middle-Level French Speaking Toponymist Analyst

Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) | Linguistic Analysis | National Security

Location: NGA – St. Louis (NCW)
Language Requirement: French
Clearance: Active TS/SCI (CI Poly Eligible)
Schedule: Day Shift | 100% Onsite
Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 (based on education and experience)

Join the Mission

This position offers a unique opportunity to combine foreign language expertise, geospatial intelligence analysis, and geographic naming standards in direct support of U.S. national security objectives. As a Middle-Level French Speaking Toponymist Analyst, you will contribute to authoritative geographic names data used across the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), and U.S. Government.

If you are detail-oriented, mission-driven, and passionate about geography, linguistics, and GEOINT, this role places your skills at the center of global intelligence operations.

Position Overview

The Toponymist Analyst supports the accuracy, integrity, and standardization of geographic names data within national databases. You will research, validate, and maintain toponymic information that underpins foundational geospatial products used for intelligence analysis, operational planning, and decision-making worldwide.

This role is ideal for professionals with experience in foreign language analysis, GIS production, and geographic research who thrive in classified, high-impact environments.

Key Responsibilities

Geospatial & Toponymic Analysis

• Analyze, validate, and conflate geographic feature data within the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) and related repositories

• Apply Board on Geographic Names (BGN) standards, Romanization systems, and agency policies

• Use the Geographic Names Processing System (GNPS), imagery, charts, and geospatial tools

• Respond to data requests and corrections through the Ad Hoc process

Data Management & Quality Control

• Prepare, update, and maintain GNDB entries in compliance with NGA and IC guidelines

• Batch-process completed work and perform quality assurance checks

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness of geographic names data

Research & Source Evaluation

• Research hydrographic, topographic, and textual sources to support geographic accuracy

• Order, scan, geo-reference, and analyze maps and imagery

• Verify spelling, metadata, and proper feature attribution using native and secondary sources

GIS Production & Analysis

• Conduct geospatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, and GEOINT tools

• Create shapefiles, geodatabases, and integrated GIS data products

• Fuse native, historic, and secondary source materials

• Recommend new data sources to improve coverage and production quality

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with geographic names experts, IC partners, and government stakeholders

• Clearly communicate analytical findings verbally and in writing

• Operate effectively as both an independent analyst and a team contributor in a fast-paced mission environment

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following experience/education pathways (minimum 5 total points):

• Fluent in spoken and written French

• High School Diploma + 5+ years relevant experience

• Bachelor's Degree + 4–8 years experience

• Master's Degree + 2–4 years experience
  (Additional experience may substitute for degree requirements)

Required Skills

• ILR 2+ or higher French reading proficiency

• Intermediate proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and QGIS

• Knowledge of Geographic Names collection methodologies

• Demonstrated GEOINT research experience

• Experience working with native, historic, and secondary maps and imagery

• Ability to produce shapefiles, geodatabases, and GIS data products

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to meet deadlines in a classified, mission-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Python scripting or automation experience

• Regional Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in assigned Area of Responsibility (AOR)

Benefits Overview

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance

• Life insurance coverage

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting

• Military leave

• Training and professional development opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee wellness program

• Commuter benefits

• And more

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Fathom Management, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All employment decisions-including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination-are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.