Imagery Scientist (SAR) (Exploitation Specialist-Expert) – NGA – WASH

Masego; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Generous PTO

Job summary

Masego is seeking an Expert-level TS/SCI-cleared Imagery Scientist to join our GEOINT team in support of DoD and IC customers. The role focuses on synthetic aperture radar (SAR) exploitation, algorithm development, and image analytics using Python, MATLAB, and Google Earth Engine.

Minimum qualifications include 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree or 15+ years with a Bachelor’s degree, plus active TS/SCI and CI Poly.

Qualifications

• >> 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree OR 15 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree OR 16 years of relevant experience with an Associate’s Degree.
• > Experience as a SAR expert with understanding of collection, phenomenology, image formation process, and exploitation products
• > Experience using SARPy and Matlab SAR toolbox
• > Experience in RNIIRS, information theoretic-based image quality metrics, SAR imagery quality metrics and sensor metadata (e.g., graze, squint, azimuth)
• > Experience exploiting SAR to determine the occurrence and location of an OOI
• > Experience developing, testing, and evaluating new algorithms, processes, methodologies, and products using SAR imagery with tools like Python, MATLAB, and Google Earth Engine
• > Experience communicating with technical and non-technical audiences on availability and capabilities of SAR
• > Deep understanding of the principles of remote sensing and imagery processing and advanced exploitation methods
• > Experience applying CV and ML techniques to SAR imagery and data

Skills

SAR expert

Python

MATLAB

Google Earth Engine

Image quality metrics

Remote sensing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Tools

SARPy

MATLAB SAR toolbox

Job description

Job ID: 20260707221543

Location : NGA – WASH

Specialty: SAR

Masego is an award-winning small business that specializes in GEOINT services. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we recognize and award your hard work.

Description

We are looking for an Expert-level TS/SCI-cleared Imagery Scientist to join our team.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree OR 15 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s Degree OR 16 years of relevant experience with an Associate’s Degree.
• Experience as a SAR expert with understanding of collection, phenomenology, image formation process, and exploitation products
• Experience using SARPy and Matlab SAR toolbox
• Experience in RNIIRS, information theoretic-based image quality metrics, SAR imagery quality metrics and sensor metadata (e.g., graze, squint, azimuth)
• Experience exploiting SAR to determine the occurrence and location of an OOI
• Experience developing, testing, and evaluating new algorithms, processes, methodologies, and products using SAR imagery with tools like Python, MATLAB, and Google Earth Engine
• Experience communicating with technical and non-technical audiences on availability and capabilities of SAR
• Deep understanding of the principles of remote sensing and imagery processing and advanced exploitation methods

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying CV and ML techniques to SAR imagery and data

Security Clearance Requirement

• Active TS/SCI and current CI Polygraph

Salary Range

$158,000+ based on ability to meet or exceed stated requirements

About Masego

Masego Inc. provides expert Geospatial Intelligence Solutions in addition to Activity Based Intelligence (ABI) and GEOINT instructional services. Masego provides expert-level Geospatial Collection Management, Full Motion Video; Human Geography; Information Technology and Cyber; Technical Writing; and ABI, Agile, and other professional training.

Masego is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. With high-level expertise and decades of experience, coupled with proven project management systems and top-notch client support, Masego enhances the performance capabilities of the Department of Defense and the intelligence community.

Pay and Benefits

We seek to provide and take care of our team members. We currently offer Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Generous PTO, and more!

Diversity

Masego, Inc. is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Virginia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action in its programs and activities. Masego, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status.