Senior Electro-Optical Imagery Scientist

MANTECH; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH is seeking a motivated Senior Electro-Optical Imagery Scientist to join the team in Springfield, VA. This full-time onsite position requires 10+ years of experience, strong electro-optical imagery skills, and the ability to obtain and maintain an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include analyzing multi-INT data and applying advanced geospatial methodologies. Preferred qualifications include experience with CV and machine learning techniques. The position emphasizes teamwork and effective communication.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience; BA can account for 4 years while a MA/MS can account for 6 years.
• 4+ years as an EO expert with understanding of collection and image formation process.
• Exhibit understanding of remote sensing and imagery processing.

Responsibilities

• Experience with electro‑optical imagery analytical products.
• Utilize data and visualization tools to analyze and exploit data.
• Determine occurrence and location of objects of interest.

Skills

Electro-optical imagery analysis

Geospatial skills

Machine learning techniques

Education

BA/BS in a relevant field

MA/MS in a relevant field

Job description

Senior Electro-Optical Imagery Scientist

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Electro-Optical Imagery Scientist to join our team in Springfield, VA. This is a full-time onsite position.

Responsibilities

• Experience with electro‑optical imagery analytical products and conducting multi‑INT analysis.
• Utilize structured, unstructured, and semi‑structured data and visualization tools to exploit data through programming and scripting, including advanced geospatial skills and an excellent understanding of how to apply evolving technology and methodologies to related issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience; BA can account for 4 years while a MA/MS can account for 6 years of experience.
• 4+ years as an EO expert with understanding of collection, phenomenology, image formation process, and exploitation products.
• Experienced with EO imagery quality metrics and sensor metadata describing impacts of geometry on phenomenology.
• Experience exploiting EO to determine the occurrence and location of objects of interest.
• Exhibit an understanding of the principles of remote sensing and imagery processing and advanced exploitation methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exhibit experience applying CV and machine learning (ML) techniques to EO imagery and data to address intelligence problems.

Clearance Requirements

• An active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a polygraph.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing imagery analysis and reporting.
• Must be able to occasionally move about the work area to collaborate with team members and access mission systems.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with co‑workers, management, and customers to exchange accurate information and present analytic findings.