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Joseph Abrams

Washington, DC, USA

Joseph Aaron Abrams
Email: joseph.a.abrams@gmail.com | Phone: 202-425-7021
Professional Profile
Geospatial professional with 19 years of expertise in remote sensing, electro‑optical GEOINT, imagery production, product quality, sensor development, and systems integration. Experienced leader in requirements analysis, user engagement, and multi‑agency coordination. Recognized for delivering solutions that improve intelligence workflows, streamline processes, and strengthen mission effectiveness.
Professional Experience
Department of Defense – Requirements Integration Analyst
6/23–Present | Springfield, VA
• Lead integration of electro‑optical space systems for NGA Source, ensuring alignment of requirements and capabilities.
• Serve as Technical Lead for exploitation, image quality, and user engagement across EO platforms.
• Conduct testing, validation, and accreditation of national and commercial assets within the NSG.
• Supported test events for next‑generation EO sensors, validating collection strategies and ensuring mission readiness.
• Identified duplication in requirements documentation, streamlining processes and reducing workload by 20%.
• Coordinated with external mission partners to resolve integration issues ahead of schedule.
• Developed and delivered senior leadership briefings, enhancing awareness of integration challenges and solutions.
Department of Defense – Senior Systems Engineer
1/17–Present | Springfield, VA
• Senior Systems Engineer for NGA’s Image Quality and Utility Division (NIQU).
• Directed technical efforts in exploitation, image quality, and user engagement.
• Oversaw testing, validation, and accreditation of EO assets for the NSG.
• Provided subject‑matter expertise on operational use of remotely sensed data.
Perspecta, Inc – Senior Applications Engineer
6/12–1/17 | Springfield, VA
• Systems Integrator for NGA Office of Special Programs, managing development in traditional and Agile cycles.
• Supported Activity Based Intelligence (ABI) initiatives and advanced GEOINT programs.
• Led testing, validation, and verification of Image Product Libraries.
• Delivered satellite image interpretation, quality assurance, and analyst training.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) – GIS Systems Analyst
8/11–6/12 | Washington, D.C.
• Produced geospatial products for FEMA directorates and regional offices.
• Coordinated interagency data sharing with DOE, NOAA, and DHS.
• Conducted geocoding, georeferencing, and disaster modeling (HAZUS MH, HURREVAC).
• Supported emergency declarations with 24/7 rapid map generation.
Hexagon Government Solutions – U.S. Defense Strategic Accounts Manager
5/10–8/11 | Reston, VA
• Managed strategic defense accounts including JWAC, DIA/DODIIS, and DCGS‑MC.
• Delivered training, workshops, and demonstrations of the IMAGINE software suite.
• Authored technical training manuals and presented at industry conferences.
GeoEye, Inc. – Lead Geospatial Analyst
8/06–4/10 | Dulles, VA
• Directed production of high‑resolution imagery from GeoEye‑1 and OrbView‑3.
• Produced ~5M sq km of satellite imagery monthly with rigorous QA/QC.
• Delivered stereo, orthorectified, and mosaic products for government clients.
• Supervised a team of four analysts; coordinated 24/7 production and technical support.
National Geographic Society – Geography Outreach Intern
12/04–8/05 | Washington, D.C.
• Supported “Geography Action!” program and nationwide field studies.
• Produced Geospatial Sound Surveys (GSS) and supporting databases.
• Conducted QA/QC on project data and provided GIS/IT support.
 
Volunteer & International Service
• URISA GISCorps – Kabale, Uganda (2015): Developed curriculum and taught GIS/remote sensing at Kabale University.
• GAAP – Moshi, Tanzania (2003–04): Applied GIS/cartography to local civil and agricultural projects.
• USAID/CDC/CARE – Siaya, Kenya (1999): Supported child survival initiative, conducting data entry, surveys, and community engagement.
Core Skills & Expertise
Electro‑Optical GEOINT Integration · Remote Sensing & Image Quality · Systems Engineering & Agile Development · Requirements Analysis & User Engagement · Testing, Validation & Accreditation · Interagency Coordination & Briefing · Mission Partner Engagement · Sensor Development & Evaluation

Joseph Abrams

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