Lauren Baker
About Lauren Baker
Lauren Baker is a Geographic Information System Specialist with a background in International Development and Environmental Studies. She has held various positions at Ursa Space Systems and has experience in program coordination and personnel management.
Work at Ursa Space Systems
Lauren Baker currently serves as a Geographic Information System Specialist at Ursa Space Systems, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she worked as an Image Analyst at the same company for nine months in 2018. During her tenure, she contributed to various projects that utilized satellite imagery and geospatial data to support decision-making processes. Additionally, she held the role of Operations Manager from 2018 to 2021, overseeing operational functions and ensuring the efficiency of workflows within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Baker earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Tulane University, where she studied International Development and Environmental Studies from 2012 to 2016. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in geographic information systems and environmental analysis, which she applies in her current role. This educational experience has equipped her with the skills necessary to analyze complex data and contribute to projects focused on environmental sustainability and development.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current position at Ursa Space Systems, Lauren Baker held several roles that contributed to her professional development. She worked as a Desk Services Coordinator at Tulane Housing & Residence Life for one year in 2013-2014. Following that, she served as a Personnel Technician at the Illinois Department of Transportation for three months in 2015. From 2017 to 2018, she was a Program/Extension Aide at Cornell University - College of Human Ecology, where she gained experience in program support and community engagement.
Professional Timeline
Lauren Baker's professional journey includes a variety of roles that showcase her expertise in geographic information systems and operational management. She began her career in 2013 as a Desk Services Coordinator and progressed through various positions, including a Personnel Technician and Program/Extension Aide. Her significant tenure at Ursa Space Systems, which spans from 2018 to the present, highlights her growth from an Image Analyst to her current role as a Geographic Information System Specialist.