Senior Instrument Scientist, Calibration Design
Core
Define radiometric and geometric calibration methodology to convert raw instrument signals into science-grade, orbit-ready data for electro-optical/infrared instruments.
Role type
Senior Instrument Scientist (Calibration Design)
Builds
Science-grade calibration data products and ground test procedures for orbital instruments
Domain
Space systems / Remote sensing / Electro-optical instrumentation
Required skills
Radiometric calibration methodology, Geometric calibration methodology, Calibration data processing algorithms, Calibration equipment operation (integrating spheres, blackbodies, collimators, autocollimators), Calibration uncertainty analysis, Error budgeting, Ground calibration test planning
Preferred skills
Visible and infrared sensor characterization, Scanner characterization, Downstream data product validation, Ground calibration test infrastructure knowledge
Technologies
Integrating spheres, Blackbodies, Collimators, Autocollimators
Responsibilities
Define radiometric calibration standards and procedures, Define geometric calibration standards and procedures, Develop calibration data processing outputs, Support ground-calibration test planning, Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for on-orbit anomaly resolution
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC