Remote Sensing Scientist

Skyline Scientific Inc; Springfield (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% 401(k) match

Employer-paid healthcare

Job summary

Skyline Scientific Inc. is seeking a Remote Sensing Scientist to lead research, algorithm development, and advanced analytics for cutting-edge electro-optical and infrared sensing systems.

The role emphasizes physics-based modeling, image science, and data analytics to detect, track, locate, and characterize targets for national security missions. The candidate will collaborate with AI/ML experts and sensor specialists to deploy groundbreaking sensing solutions in a mission-driven environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 5 years of experience.
• Experience with remote sensing, image processing, or digital signal processing.
• Experience with EO imaging systems such as OPIR, Hyperspectral, or Multispectral.

Responsibilities

• Develop and utilize image processing workflows to support analysis and exploitation of remote sensing data.
• Create, implement, and evaluate algorithms based on scientific principles and technical requirements.
• Perform research and analysis using data from a variety of remote sensing platforms and sensors.
• Develop innovative image processing and data analysis techniques to address complex technical challenges.
• Evaluate algorithm and system performance using established testing, validation, and assessment methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical solutions and support project objectives.
• Prepare and present technical reports, briefings, presentations, and analytical findings to stakeholders.
• Apply data analysis, modeling, and visualization techniques to support research, development, and operational activities.

Skills

Top Secret / SCI

Remote sensing

Image processing

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE/TYPE:

Remote Sensing Scientist/Full-Time

PAY RANGE:

$120,000.00 - $200,000.00

Are you looking for more than just a seat on a contract?

Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline Scientific, your ideas won’t get buried in bureaucracy—they’ll directly shape mission-critical capabilities for the intelligence and defense communities. Our engineers build cutting-edge software that powers real-world remote sensing, OPIR, and dynamic sensor operations. You’ll work alongside experts in AI, high-performance computing, and advanced analytics to solve some of the hardest technical challenges in national security.

With top-tier benefits, an entrepreneurial culture, and a close-knit team that values innovation, this is the environment where senior engineers can make a real, measurable impact.

Skyline is looking for a Remote Sensing Scientist to lead research, algorithm development, and advanced analytics for cutting-edge electro-optical and infrared sensing systems. This role applies physics-based modeling, image science, and data analytics to detect, track, locate, and characterize remote sensing targets. While familiarity with OPIR is valuable, the primary emphasis is on EO/IR phenomenology, sensor performance, and multi-platform remote sensing analytics in support of intelligence and defense missions.

Why Skyline Scientific?

• Mission-Focused Work: We solve hard problems in remote sensing, AI-enhanced analytics, and sensor fusion—our work directly impacts national security.
• Industry-Leading Benefits: 15% 401(k) match (no contribution required) and employer-paid healthcare—one of the best packages in the industry.
• Custom Solutions, Not Cookie-Cutter Code: We build AI-enhanced software for electro-optical, infrared, OPIR, SAR, and dynamic sensor applications.
• High-Performing Team: Collaborate with AI/ML experts, algorithm engineers, and sensor specialists to develop cutting-edge software.
• Opportunities to Innovate: Our engineers don’t just write code—they research, design, and deploy groundbreaking AI/ML and sensing algorithms.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and utilize image processing workflows to support the analysis and exploitation of remote sensing data.
• Create, implement, and evaluate algorithms based on scientific principles and technical requirements.
• Perform research and analysis using data from a variety of remote sensing platforms and sensors.
• Develop innovative image processing and data analysis techniques to address complex technical challenges.
• Evaluate algorithm and system performance using established testing, validation, and assessment methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical solutions and support project objectives.
• Prepare and present technical reports, briefings, presentations, and analytical findings to stakeholders.
• Apply data analysis, modeling, and visualization techniques to support research, development, and operational activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active TOP SECRET/SCI
• Bachelor’s degree in Image Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or in related fields and 5 years of experience
• Experience with remote sensing, image processing and/or digital signal processing
• Experience working with electro-optical imaging systems such as OPIR, Hyperspectral, or Multispectral platforms
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Experience with Python or Matlab

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Image Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or in related fields and 5 years of experience
• Experience with remote sensing, signal processing, and image processing algorithms.
• Familiarity with EO/IR, OPIR, Hyperspectral, Multispectral, SAR, or LIDAR sensor systems.
• Experience integrating RADAR, LIDAR, SAR into workflows
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Join Skyline Scientific—Where Innovation Meets Mission.

This isn’t a role where you’ll sit idle on a contract—it’s an opportunity to design, develop, and deploy advanced software and AI-driven solutions that impact national security.

Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected.