Capitalize Sensor

Arcfield; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement and Savings

Job summary

Arcfield in Springfield, Virginia is seeking a qualified individual to support the NGA Integration Test and Image Quality Office. Responsibilities include providing independent verification of software and hardware while ensuring technical compliance and quality assessment throughout the testing process.

The ideal candidate will have a background in Imaging Science, Physics, or Engineering, with a working knowledge of Image Quality Equations and simulation techniques. Arcfield offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• 2-4 years experience or 0-2 years with MS in relevant fields.
• Knowledge of imagery systems including PAN, IR, and RADAR.

Responsibilities

• Support the NGA Integration Test and Image Quality Office.
• Provide independent verification and validation of software and hardware.
• Act as technical interface between suppliers and engineers.

Skills

Technical standards application

Component sourcing

Image Quality Equations (IQEs)

Simulation and modeling methods

Oral and written communication skills

Education

BS in Imaging Science, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics or related STEM field

Tools

Microsoft Office tools

Matlab

Job description

Overview

Arcfield was purpose-built to protect the nation and its allies through innovations in digital transformation, space mission engineering and launch assurance, miniaturized sensors and satellites, advanced modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, and conventional and hypersonic missile support. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 16 global offices, Arcfield employs more than 1,500 engineers, analysts, IT specialists, and other professionals with more than 60 years of collective proven experience supporting missions in cyber and space defense, space exploration, hypersonic and nuclear deterrence and warfighter readiness.

Responsibilities

Employee will provide support to the NGA Integration Test and Image Quality Office (TAC) which is the primary integration testing and quality assurance organization. Employee will assist with providing independent verification and validation of software and hardware, and information system releases prior to operations.

• Experienced with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles and theories.
• Works under general supervision, providing solutions to technical problems of moderate scope/complexity.
• Sources, selects, and qualifies components used in the company’s technology.
• Investigates alternate component technologies or supplies, reducing cost and improving quality and reliability.
• Acts as technical interface between component/production suppliers and development engineers, determining new and alternate sources. Investigates alternate component technologies or supplies for reduced cost or improved quality and reliability, and implements changes.
• Develops guidelines/procedures on vendor selection. Evaluates supplier change notification and qualifies changes, as needed.
• May maintain component data management system including qualification records/results/documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess and have the ability to maintain a TS/SCI clearance with Poly.
• BS 2-4 Years or MS 0-2 in Imaging Science, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics or related STEM field.
• Working knowledge of Image Quality Equations (IQEs) to include creation and application.
• Basic understanding of simulation and modeling techniques or the image creation process.
• Working knowledge of imagery systems to include basic types of PAN, IR, and RADAR.
• Working knowledge of various basic ELTs, Matlab, and mathematics/equations/functions.
• Basic knowledge of sensor types to include airborne, space-borne, and FMV.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• Proficient in oral and written communication skills.
• Able to develop and use more complex concepts and processes, conduct root cause problem analysis and develop technical solutions to problems.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with current GEOINT systems, products and development, as well as exploitation software packages such as all ELTs, AGITK, and other software plug-ins or applications necessary to develop test and verification methodologies.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Equal Pay Act

This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.