CareerPlan

Hyperspectral Imagery Scientist

Charlottesville, VAFull-time$140k–$180k2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10
Security clearance required

Core

Conduct imagery science to process and exploit full-spectrum hyperspectral data for Army ground forces intelligence requirements.

Role type

Senior IC Hyperspectral Imagery Scientist

Builds

New and modernized algorithms, tools, and methodologies for hyperspectral imagery exploitation

Domain

Defense / Remote Sensing / Hyperspectral Imaging

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Hyperspectral data processing, Algorithm development, RDT&E, Sensor characterization, Field/lab instrumentation operation, Technical writing, GIS software (ENVI, ArcGIS, QGIS)

Preferred skills

AI/ML model training and deployment, TS/SCI clearance, PhD in related field

Technologies

ENVI, ArcGIS, QGIS, ASD FieldSpec, Exoscan 4100, Cary 5000, Thermo Fisher iS50

Responsibilities

Process and exploit full-spectrum hyperspectral data, Develop and test new exploitation methods, Conduct RDT&E for remote sensing applications, Characterize data from spectral sensors, Operate field and lab instrumentation, Author technical papers and present findings

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC