DOUGLAS S. SCHOEWE
Palm Bay,FL
Summary
Diverse GIS Professional with a portfolio of successful projects spread across various industries. Skilled in the latest GIS techniques and software. Accomplished at providing technical feedback on both domestic and international projects.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Drone Pilot / GIS Consultant
Sky Eye Maps LLC
Palm Bay, FL
01.2020 - Current
- Provide Clients with drone photography, video, models, and maps for construction, environmental, real estate, and public works industries
- Part 107 License Commercial Drone Pilot
- Responsible for all aspects of cliental procurement, data acquisitions, sales, operations, and deliverables
- Use Pix4D and Drone Deploy software to process imagery data via the AWS cloud
- Correct imagery positions to Florida CORES NTRIP network via GNSS collected ground control points
- Use QGIS tools to validate data accuracy and precision
- Created business webpage using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Software Engineer
Drone Express
Dayton, Oh
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Work on refining the Machine Learning algorithm to determine suitable loitering and landing areas for Automated Drone deliveries
- Collect drone mapping data and refine data labeling for the machine learning process.
GIS Imagery Specialist
TSymmetry
Melbourne, FL
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Responsible for providing the Department of State Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs an Imagery Assessment to expand the Colombian Common Operating Picture GIS web application with Full Motion Video and Imagery taken from multiple platforms and sensors
- Interviewed and met with Subject Matter Experts in the fields of AT 802 Crop Dusters, UAV program advisors, and personnel working with both the Department of State, the Colombian National Police, and the Colombian Ministry of Justice
- Wrote technical user documentation, design specifications, software requirements specifications, business case study, and workflow processes
- Remotely involved in establishing the design specifications for future imagery backend storage and retrieval using ArcGIS Enterprise Image Server
- Discussed the implementation of using oriented image catalogs for Full Motion Video and low flying walk the line imagery datasets.
Photogrammetrist
IF Rooks And Associates
Plant City, FL
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Extracted 3D vector data using Socet Set and VR2 photogrammetry software
- Adhered to Florida Department of Transportation standards for mapping
- Collected Florida DOT utilities mapping data to 1/10 of a foot accuracy
- Stereo compiled 3D terrain data using high-resolution low altitude helicopter imagery to 1 tenth of a foot precision
- Communicated daily with team leads and production manager on job requirements and deadlines.
Software Engineer
Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems and Training
Orlando, FL
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Worked on agile software development team SAGE
- Wrote python programs using arcpy module and ArcGIS model builder such as the procedural automation of supervised imagery classification, data conversion, and image-derived feature data creation
- Configured Linux-based Imagery Generators to batch process raw imagery into EO top nodes database using python Bash, Open Scene Graphics libraries, GDAL, and Image Magik
- Automated the processing of open flight models using python and the Presagis code snippets API
- Automated Image slicing processes using Global Mappers scripting API with python
- Maintained multiple Visual Databases via TCP/IP Virtual Machines and on-premise servers
- Used Subversion, SVN, Perforce, and GIT for code and dependencies versioning
- Stress-tested SAGE software on several systems with several varying sets of data.
Geospatial Analyst
GeoData Corporation
Great Falls , VA
07.2015 - 02.2018
- Worked in a Virtual Desktop Environment on NGA Deliverables. Responsible for the collection and Quality Control of feature databases.
- Responsible for Imagery Source Review.
- Attended meetings and communicated with the site team daily to keep current with ever-changing client requests and guidance changes.
- Aided team members with I.T. troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Used Python scripts to open, write and store versioned databases.
- Created and added information to a project-specific guidance Wiki page.
- Created Arc Object rule files for use in ArcGIS Data Reviewer Quality Control Tool.
Photointerpreter II
Five Rivers Services USGS Technical Services
National Wetlands Research Center, Louisiana
07.2011 - 07.2015
- Responsible for the interpretation of remotely sensed data. Apply refine and develop wetland and upland delineation classification.
- Participated in field work and reconnaissance to develop knowledge of study areas, identify sources of photography/ imagery, perform quality assurance and quality control of other photointerpretation making corrections where needed.
- Certified to use Department of Interior Motorboats and RTK, VRS engineering-grade survey equipment.
- Tested ArcGIS 10X functionality and tools for Fish and Wildlife Service photointerpretation production.
- Used both ENVI and Erdas Imagine software to run both supervised and unsupervised image classification.
Geospatial Analyst
Northrop Grumman
Stennis Space Center, MS
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Extracted and applied source material to feature data using high-resolution satellite imagery and Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) point clouds
- Created digital elevation models using Socet Set terrain editing tools
- Worked as a subcontractor on the BAE Systems High Resolution, Terrain Elevation HRTE project
- Validated source imagery for Horizontal Positional accuracy and fitness of use
- Created 3D models of transportation networks and urban features applying photo interpretation skills to extract and classify infrastructure features and uses
- Trained new employees with NGA guidance procedures, Arc Tools, Socet Set, and GAIT
- Write SQL statements for Quality Control definition queries.
Engineering Aide
City Of Troy, Ohio Government
Troy, Ohio
03.2007 - 09.2007
- Worked on multiple projects including but not limited to the following:
- City Asset Management - Collected and attributed RTK and VRS point location survey data for sanitation and stormwater pipelines, water meters, utility poles, water testing stations, curb shut-off valves, fire hydrants, catch basins, and traffic signs
- Utilized engineering-grade survey equipment and Arc Pad and COGO
- Impervious Surface Project- Digitized plans of commercially zoned properties, georeferenced and created an impervious surface database based on surface types, materials, and permeability rates
- Established surface area taxation basis for each business within the city
- Product Research and Analysis- Researched materials and costs for Troy Memorial Park Stadium seating and Troy City Park benches.
- Overlaid measurements into a computer-drafted plan using Auto Cad 8
- Crash Report Analysis- Compiled and analyzed Ohio Department of Transportation data and Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission traffic volume data
Planning Intern
City Of Beavercreek, Ohio Government
Beavercreek, Ohio
09.2006 - 01.2007
- Aided the public in public planning processes.
- Issued planning permits, and updated permit status in the city permitting database.
- Prepared plans and documents for city meetings.
- Answered phone calls a ran planning-related errands as needed.
- Updated zone code geographical information systems database.
Field Technician
Wright State University / Clark County
, Ohio
01.2005
- Collected survey data and designed geospatial databases of the county stormwater and sanitation utilities
- Responsible for all aspects of locating, verifying, and obtaining spatial data from the field.
Education
Master of Science - Geographical Information Systems
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD08.2023
Bachelor of Arts degree - Geography
Wright State University
Dayton, Ohio11.2007
Certificate Geotechnology - Photogrammetry, Cartography, Remote Sensing
Wright State University
Dayton, OH11.2007
Skills
- Spatial Analysis
- Data Collections
- Documentation Support
- Remote Sensing
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Time Management
- Database Development
- Geospatial Intelligence
- Image Analysis Software
- Unmanned Aerial Systems
- Quality Control/ Quality Assurance
- GIS scripting and Automation
Affiliations
- Published and defended research papers presented at the East Lake American Association of Geographers annual seminars in 2006 and 2007.
- Member of the Wright State Ethics Bowl Team. Debated with other college teams and held open forums on moral critical reasoning skills. Earned the Wright State University Presidential Commendation for my participation.
- Member of Phi Kappa Phi - the world’s oldest and most selective multidisciplinary, academic honors society.
Volunteer
Coastal Rehab Volunteer- Plant Bald Cyprus trees along the shores of the Bayou Segnette State Park.
Habitat For Humanity- Aided in the construction of houses in Orleans Parish.
Lockheed Management Club- Nathaniel Hope, and Habitat for Humanity Volunteer through LMC
Timeline
Software Engineer
Drone Express
01.2022 - 05.2022
GIS Imagery Specialist
TSymmetry
02.2021 - 06.2021
Drone Pilot / GIS Consultant
Sky Eye Maps LLC
01.2020 - Current
Photogrammetrist
IF Rooks And Associates
01.2019 - 01.2020
Geospatial Analyst
GeoData Corporation
07.2015 - 02.2018
Software Engineer
Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems and Training
01.2015 - 01.2019
Photointerpreter II
Five Rivers Services USGS Technical Services
07.2011 - 07.2015
Geospatial Analyst
Northrop Grumman
01.2008 - 01.2011
Engineering Aide
City Of Troy, Ohio Government
03.2007 - 09.2007
Planning Intern
City Of Beavercreek, Ohio Government
09.2006 - 01.2007
Field Technician
Wright State University / Clark County
01.2005
Master of Science - Geographical Information Systems
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Arts degree - Geography
Wright State University
Certificate Geotechnology - Photogrammetry, Cartography, Remote Sensing
Wright State University
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