Senior Landsat Geometric Calibration Engineer - Hybrid

kbr; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

flexible spending account

disability

paid time off

flexible work schedule

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Senior Geometric Calibration Engineer to support the Landsat Calibration and Validation efforts. This role involves monitoring, measuring, and calibrating Landsat satellite data, specifically focusing on geometry and spatial characterization.

The successful candidate will develop tools and algorithms for data analysis and ensure compliance with geometric requirements. This position offers a hybrid work environment based in Sioux Falls, SD, with potential for fully remote work

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in an engineering role.
• Master's degree or PhD required in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and calibrate Landsat data geometry.
• Develop tools for data and instrument calibrations.
• Characterize Landsat instruments' geometric performance.
• Report on Landsat data quality.
• Present updates on Landsat geometry status.
• Answer user inquiries about Landsat data.

Skills

SQL

Python

IDL

Matlab

C/C++

Spacecraft dynamics

Image processing

Statistical analysis

Map projections

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Engineering or related

Job description

KBR is seeking a Senior Geometric Calibration Engineer to support the Landsat Calibration and Validation efforts. This role involves monitoring, measuring, and calibrating Landsat satellite data, specifically focusing on geometry and spatial characterization.

The successful candidate will develop tools and algorithms for data analysis and ensure compliance with geometric requirements. This position offers a hybrid work environment based in Sioux Falls, SD, with potential for fully remote work