Physicist / Remote Sensing Scientist

Barone Consulting LLC; Beavercreek (OH); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a TS/SCI cleared Remote Sensing Scientist/Physicist to drive cutting-edge projects in national defense. The role involves developing advanced models for sensor homography and collaborating on R&D efforts. Candidates with a strong foundation in photogrammetry and algorithm development are encouraged to apply for this vital project.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Scope Polygraph required.
• Experience in remote sensing and sensor modeling.
• Skills in algorithm development and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced models for sensor homography, image stitching.
• Analyze remote sensing data using domain knowledge.
• Implement computer vision techniques for large-scale scene exploitation.

Skills

Image registration

Sensor fusion

Geometric modeling

Computer vision

Image processing

AI/ML techniques

Education

B.A./B.S.

M.A./M.S.

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

We are seeking an experienced TS/SCI cleared Remote Sensing Scientist / Physicist with a deep understanding of the mathematics/geometry of sensor homography / image stitching. The ideal candidate will havephotogrammetry skillsanda backgroundwith remote sensing principles and sensor/target phenomenology orspectral phenomenology and algorithm development experience across a broad spectral range from visible to thermal . If your strength lies in in domain image processing and data/scene exploitation and you want to work on a compelling project that has to do with enabling next-generation capabilities for national defense, specifically to help shape the future of airborne and space-based surveillance, this position will place you at the cutting edge.

You will support a large R&D program that is focused on providing advanced intelligence capabilities for the benefit of the DoD and IC communities. You will be part of a very high visibility project on a mid-sized team where you will work with seasoned scientists and developers, creating solutions to complex problems within a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and apply advanced models for sensor homography, image stitching, and geometric alignment of multi-sensor and/or multi-modal imagery
• Analyze remote sensing data using domain-specific knowledge of sensor and target phenomenology (OPIR, EO, MSI, etc)
• Implement computer vision and image processing techniques for large-scale scene exploitation
• Support development and analysis of persistent collection systems and architectures
• Conduct technical studies involving focal plane array characteristics, such as quantum efficiency, flux density, pixel crosstalk, and noise modeling
• Utilize Python and/or MATLAB for prototyping, algorithm development, and data analysis to write scientific code for clutter and noise mitigation, image reconstruction, compressive sensing, tracking, detection, feature extraction and classification, stereo, machine learning, signal processing, and radiometric calculations
• Collaborate on multidisciplinary R&D efforts and contribute to technical strategy development

Required Must Have Skills:

• In-depth understanding of mathematical principles behind image registration, sensor fusion, and geometric modeling
• Strong grasp of scientific focal plane array (FPA) concepts, including quantum efficiency, crosstalk, pixel sensitivity, and flux behavior
• Familiarity with persistent collection systems, their design considerations, and operational implications
• Demonstrated expertise in domain-specific remote sensing, including sensor/target interactions
• Proficiency in both Python and MATLAB and for scientific computing and algorithm development
• Experience developing or optimizing algorithms for deployment in operational environments
• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Scope Polygraph
• Experience designing and deploying computer vision algorithms in remote sensing workflows
• Knowledge of spectral imaging, radiometric calibration, or sensor characterization
• Working familiarity with AI/ML techniques applied to spatial or temporal imagery
• Record of published work or conference presentations in the fields of remote sensing or sensor modeling
• Experience transitioning algorithms from prototype to deployed system in defense or ISR environments

Qualifications (education/experience substitutions are allowed):

• Mid-level candidates must have a B.A./B.S. and 4 years of experience
• Senior level candidates must have a B.A./B.S. and 10 years of experience
• SME level candidates must have a M.A./M.S. and 18 years of experience

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