Radiometric Calibration Engineer

TL;DR

Radiometric Calibration Engineer: Performing radiometric characterization and statistical evaluation of imaging system performance with an accent on automated workflows and sensor assessment. Focus on developing calibration methodologies and processing large imaging datasets to ensure high-quality spatial intelligence products.

Location: Must be based in Longmont, CO. Position requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

Salary: $107,000 - $157,300 annually.

Company

hirify.global is a spatial intelligence company building advanced imaging constellations to help decision-makers navigate global challenges.

What you will do

• Perform image analysis and statistical evaluation of imaging system performance.
• Develop and improve software tools and automated workflows for calibration.
• Support calibration efforts throughout the imaging system lifecycle.
• Analyze large imaging datasets to derive calibration parameters.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop operational solutions.
• Present technical findings to internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, remote sensing, or related field.
• Experience with software development and data analysis.
• Experience in remote sensing, image processing, or radiometric calibration.
• Proficiency in Linux-based computing environments.

Nice to have

• Master’s degree in a related technical discipline.
• Experience with cloud computing and distributed processing.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with GIS tools and geospatial data products.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive total rewards package.
• Robust 401(k) with company match.
• Mental health resources and support.
• Unique perks including student loan repayment assistance and pet insurance.