Senior Hyperspectral Imaging Lead

NCSL International; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 92,300 - 166,850; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Springfield, VA seeks a Senior Hyperspectral Image Scientist to lead analysis, exploitation, and interpretation of hyperspectral data for government missions.

You will develop spectral algorithms, perform image exploitation, and integrate analytics with GEOINT, collaborating with analysts and program managers. On-site work at a government facility is required; TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Remote Sensing, Imaging Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, Geospatial Science, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-12 years of relevant professional experience in hyperspectral image analysis or related disciplines.
• Experience with hyperspectral and multispectral imagery exploitation in government, defense, or applied research environments.
• Strong knowledge of spectral phenomenology, imaging spectroscopy, and remote sensing principles.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, ENVI/IDL, ArcGIS, or equivalent platforms.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to be approved for a Poly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, evaluation, and application of hyperspectral image analysis methodologies.
• Perform exploitation of hyperspectral, multispectral, and related geospatial datasets to identify, classify, and characterize materials, objects, and activities of interest.
• Develop, refine, and validate spectral-based algorithms for detection, unmixing, anomaly detection, change detection, target identification, and material classification.
• Conduct preprocessing and calibration workflows, including radiometric, atmospheric, and geometric correction.
• Build and maintain spectral libraries and support signature analysis, endmember extraction, and spectral matching.
• Integrate hyperspectral analytics with other GEOINT, remote sensing, and intelligence data sources.
• Prepare technical reports, briefings, white papers, and documentation for government stakeholders.
• Advise leadership and mission teams on capabilities, limitations, and best practices.

Skills

Hyperspectral image exploitation

Spectral signature analysis

Algorithm development

Python

MATLAB

Geospatial data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Remote Sensing or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ENVI/IDL

ArcGIS

Python scripting

Job description

Leidos in Springfield, VA seeks a Senior Hyperspectral Image Scientist to lead analysis, exploitation, and interpretation of hyperspectral data for government missions.

You will develop spectral algorithms, perform image exploitation, and integrate analytics with GEOINT, collaborating with analysts and program managers. On-site work at a government facility is required; TS/SCI clearance is preferred.