Scientist - Sensor Cal/Val

Sev1Tech LLC; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive compensation plan

Discretionary variable incentive bonuses

Job summary

Sev1Tech LLC is looking for a highly skilled Senior Scientist/Engineer to support NOAA’s operational calibration of sensors on Low Earth Orbiting satellites in College Park, Maryland. This role involves monitoring the quality of satellite data and addressing anomalies related to space weather.

The position requires a PhD in Atmospheric Science or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience. Strong skills in data programming and analysis are essential, along with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

The salary for this position ranges from $85,000 to $115,000 per year, and it offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related work experience.
• Strong expertise in GNSS radio occultation processing.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Support NOAA operational calibration of sensors on Low Earth Orbiting satellites.
• Investigate instrument anomalies and propose corrections.
• Provide technical support to improve algorithms and data quality.

Skills

Data analysis software

Fortran

C/C++

Python

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Atmospheric Science or related field

Job description

Entarian is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Scientist/Engineer to support NOAA operational calibration of sensors on Low Earth Orbiting satellites, including characterizing and monitoring the signal-to-noise, radiometric, spectral, and geospatial quality of Level 1b products using a variety of methods. The role involves investigating instrument anomalies due to space weather events, radio frequency interference, and proposing corrective actions and mitigations, as well as providing technical support to satellite programs by improving algorithms and data quality through innovative science to support numerical weather and space weather predictions.

The salary for this position is approximately $85,000 - 115,000 per year.

This position supports work at NOAA’s College Park facility, with some on‑site work required.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing, or a related field with a strong focus on GNSS radio occultation data processing
• 5+ years of related work experience
• Proficiency with data analysis software and programming languages (e.g., Fortran, C/C++, Python, or similar)
• Demonstrated expertise in atmospheric science research and a solid understanding of relevant concepts related to radio occultation and atmospheric profiling.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to critically assess data and develop innovative solutions to challenges in GNSS radio occultation processing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• A track record of publishing research results in peer‑reviewed journals and conferences related to GNSS radio occultation processing and atmospheric science will be an advantage.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status.