Senior Applied Scientist (Geospatial)
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TL;DR
Senior Applied Scientist (Geospatial): Developing novel electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) geospatial imagery products with an accent on scientific first principles and market-ready data solutions. Focus on bridging the gap between raw pixel-level data and critical mission needs for defense, intelligence, and commercial end-users.
Location: Must be based in the US (Northern VA or Remote)
Salary: $123,000–$176,000
Company
is an end-to-end space systems provider designing and operating LEO satellite constellations to deliver mission-critical Earth Intelligence data.
What you will do
- Conduct scientific analysis to formulate hypotheses for remote sensing imagery applications.
- Perform feasibility and trade studies to support early-stage mission concepts.
- Analyze and manipulate pixel-level geospatial and spectral datasets to extract insights.
- Develop prototype imagery products demonstrating system capabilities.
- Engage directly with customers to translate operational needs into technical requirements.
- Collaborate with product, business development, and engineering teams to identify new markets.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, or asylee) due to export control regulations.
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Physics, Remote Sensing, Earth Science, Computer Science, or Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in geospatial research and imagery data product development.
- Strong foundation in spectral science, optical systems, and physics-based remote sensing.
- Proficiency in programming (Python, MATLAB, or Julia) for image processing.
- Experience working with raw, pixel-level geospatial data.
Nice to have
- Experience with IC/DoW missions and GEOINT products.
- Familiarity with experimental AI/ML frameworks for remote sensing.
- Knowledge of space systems development.
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one.
Culture & Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401k retirement plan with company contributions.
- Equity compensation package.
- Three weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays, and unlimited sick time.
- Paid parental leave and disability/life insurance.
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