Find GIS JobsCartographer (Map Production & Nautical Charting)
Precision Federal
- Location
- Remote
- Salary
- $40 to $65/hr
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
About the job
Cartographer (Map Production & Nautical Charting) Produce clear, accurate maps from our geospatial work: symbology, multiscale map production and nautical charts built to S-57 and S-100 standards. About Precision Federal Precision Federal is a small business building AI, data and software systems for government agencies. The company’s founder loves God, and the company is built on Christian faith: every number we publish is real, every claim we make is verifiable, and the work is done with excellence as service to God. Faith is welcome here and openly shared. How this role works 1. You join the bench. You apply with your hourly rate, weekly hours and start time, and we may name you on proposals that match this role. If we don't win, you owe nothing. 2. A contract is awarded. The award funds the team named in the proposal. Your engagement begins at the hourly rate we agreed on. 3. You work remote, paid from the contract. ~120–600 hrs per funded award — and if no award ever funds, you owe nothing and lose nothing. What you'll do - Design symbology, labeling and layouts for print and digital maps - Build multiscale map production workflows with generalization rules - Compile and edit nautical chart data to S-57 and S-100 product specifications - Check map products for accuracy, consistency and standards compliance Required qualifications - Degree in geography, cartography, GIS or a related field - 3+ years producing published maps or charts in ArcGIS Pro, QGIS or a charting system - U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (U.S. person) - Willing to be named on a federal proposal with a one-page resume, and to sign a short letter of commitment Preferred qualifications - ENC production with CARIS, Esri maritime tools or similar hydrographic software - NOAA Office of Coast Survey, NGA or USACE charting experience - Automated cartography or map production scripting in Python Compensation & structure 1099 consulting engagement. $40–$65 per hour; you tell us the rate you are asking when you apply. Hours are funded by federal contract awards — this seat is scoped at roughly 120–600 hours per funded award, fully remote. Work and pay begin only if the contract is awarded — no award, no hours, no obligation. Join the bench — Cartographer (Map Production & Nautical Charting) Every application is read. - This is a bench, not a job offer. Work starts when we win a contract that needs you. - We may name you on proposals. If that contract is awarded, you do the role at the rate and hours we agree on. - Paid hourly as a 1099 contractor; full-time roles may be W-2. If your background fits, we will email you. Questions Answer from your own experience. A few sentences each is plenty; be specific and tell us what you did yourself. Precision Federal was founded on Christian values. Our faith in God shapes how we work: we openly share our personal faith, share our lives together, and pray for one another. We’re building a family here. Taking part is always voluntary, and people of every faith and background are welcome. As we get to know you, you’re always welcome to share your own faith with us. 1. Cover letter. In your own words, tell us about yourself: what guides you (for many of us here, that’s our faith in God), your background, and why this role interests you. * Rate and availability Target rate: $40–$65 an hour. If you are named and we win in the next 12 months, how soon could you start? * Questions? careers@precisionfederal.com · See all open roles contact@precisionfederal.com Contact form SAM.gov Profile
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