Senior Scientist
Core
Lead research and development of advanced algorithms for Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) and Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) remote sensing systems, focusing on target detection, tracking, and optical signature characterization to support national security missions.
Role type
Senior Scientist (OPIR/EO/IR Algorithm Development & Analysis)
Builds
Physics-based models, image science methods, and multi-platform remote sensing analytics for sensor performance and intelligence insights.
Domain
National Security / Defense / Remote Sensing / Optical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis
Required skills
OPIR phenomenology, EO/IR sensor performance analysis, target detection algorithms, background suppression, radiometric calibration, noise modeling, TCPED process, image processing, digital signal processing, technical reporting
Preferred skills
Optical signature modeling, Python/MATLAB/IDL/C++, geospatial tools (ArcGIS/Opticks), AI/ML-enhanced analytics, collection planning
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, IDL, C/C++, ArcGIS, Google Earth, Opticks, Palette
Responsibilities
Develop and evaluate algorithms for EO/IR sensor performance; analyze optical signature data to extract target phenomenology; conduct multi-platform remote sensing analytics; support the full TCPED process; review and validate analytic products; maintain reproducible analysis logs; respond to real-time analysis requests; mentor junior analysts.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
