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Journeyman Operator (JO) - SIERRA

Geo Owl
San Antonio, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 10/7/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

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Location: San Antonio, TX

Clearance Required: TS/SCI w/Polygraph


Journeyman Operator (Language-Enabled) – SIERRA

Geo Owl is seeking highly qualified Language-Enabled, Journeyman Geolocation Operators to join our elite intelligence team in San Antonio, TX. These positions require a unique blend of advanced geolocation skills and demonstrable foreign language proficiency to provide direct mission support for a 24/7, 365-day workforce.

The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise, language capabilities, and proven operational experience to produce actionable intelligence and mentor less experienced operators.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct direct, on-site, real-time geolocation operations using certified methodologies and technologies.

  • Apply foreign language proficiency to process, interpret, translate, and analyze intelligence materials.

  • Provide mentoring and proficiency development to less experienced operators.

  • Contribute to the improvement of training resources and tradecraft.

  • Support operational and strategic missions by delivering accurate and timely intelligence reports.

  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geolocation and language data into mission operations.

  • Maintain required certifications and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.


Required Qualifications

  • Current certifications in basic operations and passive geolocation methods and technologies.

  • Collector, Passive, and Search and Survey certifications.

  • Successful completion of the Intermediate (451) or Advanced (452) Signals Analysis course.

  • ILR Level-2 proficiency in a relevant foreign language (e.g., Levantine, Yemeni, Iraqi, Maghrabi, Farsi, Pashto, Russian, Chechen, or Somali).

  • Minimum of four (4) years of experience in language processing competencies such as interpretation, translation, gisting, document analysis, teaching, or other intelligence-related skills.

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.


Desired Qualifications

  • Current or previous experience conducting advanced geolocation operations in a multi-technology, foreign-language environment.

  • Ability and willingness to develop increasingly complex geolocation and language competencies.


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

  • Adaptability and willingness to continually learn and improve.


Benefits:

Health Insurance (Geo Owl pays 80% of the premium).

401k matching.

Dental, Vision, and other supplemental insurance plans available.

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance.

Peer-to-Peer spot bonuses.

120 hours of PTO per year plus federal holidays.

Fully Paid Military Leave: *You make your full Geo Owl salary while you are on military duty*

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About Us:

Our mission is to empower EVERYONE with geospatial technologies.

Geo Owl is a premier provider of geospatial intelligence services, delivering cutting-edge solutions to the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and enterprises around the globe. Our comprehensive products and services include advanced geospatial analysis, imagery intelligence, remote sensing analysis, data science, and space-based custom intelligence solutions. At Geo Owl, we are dedicated to leveraging the latest analytic principles and technology to support and enhance the missions of our clients.

Our core values—innovation, integrity, and excellence—drive everything we do. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of geospatial intelligence to ensure our clients receive the most accurate, timely, and actionable intelligence possible. Integrity is at the heart of our operations; we uphold the highest standards of ethics and accountability in our work. Striving for excellence is not just a goal but a standard; we consistently aim to exceed expectations in every project.

Geo Owl's culture is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and respect. We cultivate an environment where team members can grow both personally and professionally. Our team is composed of passionate, dedicated experts who are always ready to support each other. We value work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements and a supportive workplace where everyone feels valued.

At Geo Owl, we invest in our employees' growth and development. We provide ongoing training, career advancement opportunities, and a platform to work on impactful projects that make a real difference. Our team enjoys a strong sense of camaraderie and purpose, knowing that their work contributes to national security and global stability. If you are looking for a dynamic, rewarding career in geospatial intelligence, Geo Owl is the place for you. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of geospatial intelligence.

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Equal Opportunities
Geo Owl is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, genetic predisposition, or any other basis protected by law.

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