Senior Applied Scientist, Geospatial
Core
Senior Applied Scientist developing prototype EO/IR geospatial imagery products and validating novel mission concepts for defense, intelligence, and commercial end-users.
Role type
Senior Applied Scientist (Geospatial/Remote Sensing)
Builds
Prototype electro-optical and infrared imagery products and sample intelligence products
Domain
Defense, Intelligence, Commercial Earth Observation, Remote Sensing
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Geospatial imagery analysis, Spectral science, Optical systems, Physics-based remote sensing, Python programming, MATLAB programming, Julia programming, Pixel-level data manipulation, Feasibility study design, Trade study analysis, Customer discovery translation
Preferred skills
GEOINT product application, Early-stage business development, Experimental AI/ML for remote sensing, Space systems development
Technologies
Python, MATLAB, Julia
Responsibilities
Conduct first-principles scientific analysis to formulate hypotheses for remote sensing applications. Perform feasibility studies, literature reviews, and trade studies for early-stage mission concepts. Analyze and manipulate pixel-level geospatial and spectral datasets to extract insights. Develop and generate prototype EO/IR imagery products. Support customer discovery and translate operational needs into technical requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify new markets and technologies. Support creation of technical proposals and white papers.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC