Space Domain Awareness Research Scientist
Core
Analyze sensor systems and perform critical measurements with prototype instruments to support the detection, tracking, and characterization of celestial and resident space objects (RSOs) for U.S. government customers.
Role type
Senior IC research scientist (signal & image process engineering and physics)
Builds
SDA, OPIR, and ISR sensor technology and subsystems
Domain
Space domain awareness, remote sensing, optical instrumentation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery
Required skills
optical remote sensing system design, modeling, simulation, fabrication, hyperspectral sensor operation, satellite tracking and characterization, scientific programming (MATLAB, C++, Python), technical architecture studies
Preferred skills
multispectral/hyperspectral systems (SWIR, MWIR, LWIR), spectral reflectance characterization, military weapons systems familiarity, active TS/SCI security clearance
Technologies
MATLAB, C++, Python, hyperspectral sensors, large optical telescopes
Responsibilities
Support design, development, test, and evaluation of SDA/OPIR/ISR sensor technology; conduct performance analysis and architecture studies; maintain hyperspectral sensors and astronomical instrumentation; travel to observatories for observations; lead specialists in prototype sensor fabrication and maintenance; develop concepts for next-generation sensors; present technical results to stakeholders
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC