Land Remote Sensing Scientist (ESRIN)
Land Remote Sensing Scientist (ESRIN)
Application open at Serco Space Services - Europe Careers. Join us to support Earth Observation science and work on a full‑time, permanent position within the European Space Agency’s Sensors Performance, Products and Algorithms Section.
Pay Range
Base pay range is provided by Serco Space Services. Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience, discussed with your recruiter.
About the Company
Serco is a trusted leader in Space Services with a history of more than 55 years and support for over 50 space missions for ESA, NASA and other agencies. We cover the entire space lifecycle—from satellite testing and launch services to spacecraft operations, space surveillance and data management.
Community You Will Join
- You will work in an international, diverse team, surrounded by top‑tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts.
- You’ll have ongoing opportunities for growth through specialized training and professional development.
- As you contribute to innovative projects and mission‑critical systems, you’ll gain hands‑on exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and collaborate closely with major space agencies.
What You Will Make a Difference By
- Contributing to Europe’s most exciting space programmes—from Earth observation and climate monitoring to satellite navigation and space safety.
- Ensuring mission success and better decision‑making on Earth by delivering reliable data.
- Playing a role in spacecraft operations, mission data analysis, or software and systems development.
Responsibilities
In this role your work is split equally between two projects:
- Calibration & Validation (Cal/Val) Exercises
Partner with ESA teams to develop intercomparison exercises, refine Cal/Val strategies and algorithms for optical missions (Sentinel‑2, Landsat‑8/9, EnMAP, PRISMA, CHIME). Lead atmospheric correction and cloud‑masking intercomparison exercises such as ACIX and CMIX. Advance radiative transfer science across VNIR, SWIR, and TIR, support the Eradiate model, and disseminate results through publications and conferences. - HARMONY EE Mission
Provide scientific guidance for Level‑2 algorithm specifications, quality control, and Cal/Val practices for the thermal infrared sensor. Define mission‑wide Quality Assessment and Cal/Val strategy, support ESA project coordination, and participate in advisory groups and ground‑segment review meetings.
Qualifications
- Grounded in physics or mathematics with hands‑on experience in Earth Observation using optical and thermal infrared sensors.
- Proven ability to coordinate science‑driven projects and deliver results.
- Strong experience in data analytics (Python preferred), data science and exploitation platforms for Earth Observation.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills in English; ability to collaborate across borders.
- Experience in radiative transfer modelling and atmospheric correction is an added advantage.
- Experience with satellite data analysis, exploitation, and validation of satellite geophysical variable retrieval.
Benefits
- Hybrid working style with flexibility.
- Full health and life insurance.
- Continuous training and clear career path.
- Exclusive discounts at selected shops.
About Serco
Serco is a leading Space Services provider that has supported over 50 space missions for agencies such as ESA, CNES, EUMETSAT, EUSPA, ASI and NASA. We provide capabilities across the full space lifecycle and pride ourselves on recruiting top talent in space engineering, earth observation, satellite communications and cybersecurity.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing