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Riverside Research

Remote Sensing Scientist

Dayton, OH · Remote

$91K - $140K/yr

Position Overview Riverside Research is seeking a full-time Remote Sensing Scientist in support of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH. You will be ...

Radiance Technologies

Radiance is seeking a highly qualified and motivated scientist to support Geospatial Intelligence ... The individual will support advanced remote sensing exploitation functions through detailed ...

NV5

Remote Sensing Technician

Sheboygan Falls, WI · Remote

The Remote Sensing Technician (RST) acquires airborne and Geodetic ground survey data. The RST is a ... science, engineering program or related field * Aviation Background * Ground Survey Background

NV5

Remote Sensing Technician

Overview The Remote Sensing Technician (RST) acquires airborne and Geodetic ground survey data. The ... science, engineering program or related field * Aviation Background * Ground Survey Background

NV5

Remote Sensing Technician

Sheboygan Falls, WI · On-site +1

Overview The Remote Sensing Technician (RST) acquires airborne and Geodetic ground survey data. The ... science, engineering program or related field * Aviation Background * Ground Survey Background

Leidos

Hyperspectral Image Scientist

Springfield, VA · On-site +1

$92K - $166K/yr

The Senior Hyperspectral Image Scientist will provide subject matter expertise in spectral data ... Integrate hyperspectral analytics with other GEOINT, remote sensing, and intelligence data sources.

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for director remote sensing scientist in the United States is $127,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Remote Sensing Scientist vs Remote Sensing Analyst?

AspectDirector Remote Sensing ScientistRemote Sensing Analyst
CredentialsAdvanced degrees (Master's/PhD), specialized certificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in related field
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles, strategic planning, team managementData analysis, image processing, GIS work
Industry UsageResearch institutions, government agencies, large corporationsEnvironmental firms, consulting agencies, research projects
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles and responsibilitiesTechnical data analysis and processing tasks

The main difference between a Director Remote Sensing Scientist and a Remote Sensing Analyst lies in their responsibilities and experience level. The director typically oversees projects, manages teams, and sets strategic goals, requiring advanced credentials and leadership skills. In contrast, the analyst focuses on technical data processing and analysis, often with a more hands-on role. Both roles are vital in remote sensing but serve different functions within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Director Remote Sensing Scientist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,031 per year, or $61.1 per hour.

Remote Sensing Scientist

Radiance Technologies

Beavercreek, OH • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with benefits that are unmatched by most companies in the Dayton, OH area. Employee ownership, generous 401K, full health/dental/life/vision insurance benefits, educational reimbursement, competitive salaries, interesting assignments, and a pleasant work environment combine to make Radiance Technologies a great place to work and succeed.

Radiance is seeking a highly qualified and motivated scientist to support Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) production with the opportunity to continue advancement of non-literal spectral, thermal, and/or SAR analytical processes and techniques. The individual will support advanced remote sensing exploitation functions through detailed technical data analysis and through the development and improvement of techniques and procedures for the Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (PED) of remotely sensed data. The position requires working collaboratively with other engineers, scientists, and analysts on complex exploitation issues.

Job Duties

  • Utilize advanced GEOINT tools to analyze and exploit remotely sensed data to produce and disseminate GEOINT products
  • Provide technical leadership to teams performing exploitation and process development
  • Analyze and develop processes to support the exploitation of unique, anomalous, and difficult datasets utilizing engineering principles and a physics-based analytical approach
  • Perform algorithm development for complex data exploitation processes

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in a STEM field (Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Remote Sensing, or other relevant technical field)
  • Experience in processing and analyzing remote sensing data
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
  • Understanding of signal processing techniques for solving new problems
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Strong technical writing and briefing skills

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

  • Interpretation of image-based data
  • Experience with ENVI, ArcGIS, and/or similar software tools
  • Ability to code/script, such as in Python, IDL, etc.

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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