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Leidos

Expert Imagery Scientist (OPIR)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$116K - $210K/yr

Leidos is seeking an Expert-level Imagery Scientist (OPIR) to join our team in Springfield, VA ... Strong physics & math with optics, thermal radiation, and signal processing experience. * Knowledge ...

Leidos

Expert Imagery Scientist (OPIR)

Springfield, VA · On-site

$116K - $210K/yr

Leidos is seeking an Expert-level Imagery Scientist (OPIR) to join our team in Springfield, VA ... Strong physics & math with optics, thermal radiation, and signal processing experience. * Knowledge ...

MORSE Corp

Lead Data Scientist (TS/SCI)

Arlington, VA · On-site

S. Security Clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI) • Masters or Ph.D in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Physical or Biological Sciences or a related ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for masters in physics in Virginia is $46,499.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,100.00 and $50,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Physicists working in specialized fields such as aerospace, nuclear, or medical physics often earn the highest salaries, especially those in senior research, management, or industry roles. Positions in private sector companies, government laboratories, or with advanced degrees and certifications tend to offer higher compensation, with some physicists earning six-figure salaries or more.

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Required CredentialsMaster's degree in Physics or related fieldBachelor's or Master's in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field
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Industry UsageResearch, academia, R&D departmentsData-driven decision making across industries

Masters In Physics and Data Analyst roles share a focus on analytical skills and quantitative methods. However, Masters In Physics emphasizes research and theoretical understanding, while Data Analysts focus on interpreting data to inform business decisions. Both roles often require strong math skills, but Data Analysts typically need proficiency in data tools and software.

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Infographic showing various Masters In Physics job openings in Virginia as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,499 per year, or $22.4 per hour.
Expert Imagery Scientist (OPIR)

Expert Imagery Scientist (OPIR)

Leidos

Springfield, VA • On-site

$116K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Leidos rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 426 rated business services

Job description

Leidos is seeking an Expert-level Imagery Scientist (OPIR) to join our team in Springfield, VA.

This exciting opportunity will have you servings as a customer-facing technical authority, delivering deep physics- and math-driven analysis across optics, thermal radiation, and signal processing, while leveraging advanced geospatial data management (ArcGIS, SDE, SQL/Oracle), scripting and analytics tools (Python/R, Tableau), and a forward-leaning understanding of AI integration in intelligence workflows, with the communication skills and professional presence required to represent Leidos and provide informal technical leadership.

Basic Qualifications

  • Typically requires a BS degree and 12- 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 - 13years of prior relevant experience. (Must be able to obtain minimum of 18 combined experience points as defined by customer requirements)

  • Strong physics & math with optics, thermal radiation, and signal processing experience.

  • Knowledge of extraction and metadata specifications, relational database management system (RDBMS) best practices & performance tuning/optimization, enterprise geodatabases like spatial database engines (SDEs). Arc Suite, ArcGIS for Server, Excel, Access, SQL, Oracle.

  • Serve as a customer-facing technical lead, requiring strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to represent Leidos professionally with government stakeholders, and the capability to provide informal team leadership and mentorship as mission needs dictate.

  • Active TS/SCI with willingness to get a CI Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications

  • R/Python or other scripting language.

  • Demonstrated understanding of cartographic principles.

  • Understanding of ArcGIS Online & Portal for data management.

  • Knowledge of Tableau.

  • Familiarity with emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies, tools, and methodologies, with an understanding of their applications, implications, and integration into daily geospatial and intelligence workflows.

  • Professional certifications, particularly GPC Fundamentals.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:May 22, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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