Image Scientist - Senior (PIR)
Core
Senior Image Scientist leading Persistent Infrared (PIR) collection planning, data exploitation, and technical intelligence production for government customers.
Role type
Senior IC Image Scientist (PIR/S&TI)
Builds
Defensible technical assessments, S&TI products, and collection strategies for government decision-makers.
Domain
Defense Intelligence / Persistent Infrared (PIR) / Scientific and Technical Intelligence
Deliverable
production ML models | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
PIR mission lifecycle expertise, Phase 1–3 analysis, radiometric/spectral/temporal/spatial analysis, signature development, algorithm/tool development, technical reporting, team mentorship
Preferred skills
Radiometric calibration, hyperspectral/multispectral imagery analysis, EO/IR instrumentation, time-series analysis, data processing pipelines, statistical inference, machine learning, test-range operations
Technologies
Radiometers, spectrometers, thermal imagers, focal-plane arrays, ground-processing environments, collection-management workflows
Responsibilities
Plan and support routine, operational, and R&D PIR collections; conduct quantitative analysis of laboratory and field data; develop repeatable workflows for data conditioning and quality control; compare signatures with field observations; develop and evaluate algorithms and data-processing pipelines; produce technical assessments and briefings; support transition of R&D capabilities into operational environments; work directly with government customers and mission partners.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
