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Full Time Aperture Science Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Senior Scientist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$98.50K - $206.80K/yr

Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph ... aperture radar, from signals processing to image creation. This position will be at the forefront ...

Senior Scientist

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$114.60K - $252.10K/yr

Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph ... aperture radar, from signals processing to image creation. This position will be at the forefront ...

Software Engineer

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$69.10K - $141.50K/yr

Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular ... Learn about synthetic aperture radar (SAR) or electro-optical collection techniques * Participate ...

Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular ... Learn about synthetic aperture radar (SAR) or electro-optical collection techniques * Participate ...

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How much do full time aperture science jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time aperture science in the United States is $48,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $52,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Infographic showing various Full Time Aperture Science job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,391 per year, or $23.3 per hour.
SAR Imagery Scientist

SAR Imagery Scientist

ManTech International

Springfield, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


ManTech rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 184 rated software companies


Job description

General information
Requisition #
R67661
Locations
USA-VA-Springfield
Posting Date
05/12/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!
***This is for a future opportunity***
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented SAR Imagery Scientist to join our team in Springfield, VA. This is a full-time onsite position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Experience with Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery analytical products and conducting multi-INT analysis
  • Utilize structured, unstructured, and semi-structured data and visualization tools to exploit data through use of programming and scripting, including advanced geospatial skills and an excellent understanding of how to apply evolving technology and methodologies to related issues
  • Leverage multi-INT data, with an emphasis on SAR, to curate imagery from the emergent sensors. Curated imagery will be prioritized for creation of labeled data to support the model evaluation and accreditation. Curated imagery should have objects of interest or needed characteristics (e.g., geographic coverage, scene attributes) per Government prioritization.
  • Based on the characteristics and limitations of the emergent sensor, recommend curation strategies and identify data gaps to develop a diverse, representative dataset for Machine Leaming model evaluation

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 6+ years of experience; BA/BS can account for 4 years while a MA/MS can account for 6 years of experience.
  • 4+ years as a SAR expert with understanding of collection, phenomenology, image formation process, and exploitation products.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience applying CV and machine learning (ML) techniques to SAR 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.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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