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Proficient in satellite design, orbital simulation tools like AGI STK, and satellite-based remote sensing, you have a clear grasp of mission design trades, RF spectrum considerations, and payload ...

Senior Mission Systems Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$108K - $148K/yr

Support optical payload design concepts from whiteboard to launch, including development ... Our positions are based in Reston, Virginia, with much of our team operating in a hybrid or remote ...

Proficient in satellite design, orbital simulation tools like AGI STK, and satellite-based remote sensing, you have a clear grasp of mission design trades, RF spectrum considerations, and payload ...

Proficient in satellite design, orbital simulation tools like AGI STK, and satellite-based remote sensing, you have a clear grasp of mission design trades, RF spectrum considerations, and payload ...

Proficient in satellite design, orbital simulation tools like AGI STK, and satellite-based remote sensing, you have a clear grasp of mission design trades, RF spectrum considerations, and payload ...

Senior Software Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site +1

$116K - $154K/yr

The successful candidate will be tasked with integrating next-generation sensor payloads into an established design while significantly expanding the system's remote capabilities. A key objective is ...

Technical Program Manager

Reston, VA · On-site +1

$134K - $173K/yr

Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, or Business (MBA) * Experience with space domain awareness (SDA), remote sensing, or optical payload systems * Familiarity ...

The Red Team Operator will be responsible for planning and executing remote operations that emulate ... payloads, scripts and tools that weaponize new concepts for exploitation, evasion, and lateral ...

Director of Regulatory

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$161K - $213K/yr

Own payload review coordination and launch site operator agreements * Manage NOAA Office of Space Commerce licensing for any remote sensing or Earth observation payloads * Coordinate FCC spectrum ...

Drive execution of complex space payload programs and architecture decisions from concept through ... Background in space domain awareness (SDA), remote sensing, or on-orbit autonomy * Familiarity with ...

None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is seeking an experienced ... Spacecraft bus or payload engineering lifecycle (requirements, design, development, integration ...

REMOTE OR HYBRID IS POSSIBLE FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE. Open for candidates in Canada as well as the ... Review communication Payload RF transmitter/receiver analyses & test results and recommend any ...

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How much do remote payload jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote payload in the United States is $86,458.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Payload vs Remote Data Analyst?

AspectRemote PayloadRemote Data Analyst
Required CredentialsTechnical certifications, programming skillsDegree in data science, statistics, or related field
Work EnvironmentTechnical teams, development projectsData analysis, reporting, visualization tasks
Industry UsageCybersecurity, software development, data transferBusiness, finance, healthcare, marketing
Common Search IntentUnderstanding technical data transfer rolesAnalyzing data remotely for insights

Remote Payload typically involves technical roles related to data transfer, cybersecurity, or software development, requiring programming skills and technical certifications. Remote Data Analysts focus on analyzing and interpreting data to support business decisions, often requiring a background in data science or statistics. While both roles may work remotely, their core responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Remote Payload job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% Full Time, and 90% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $86,458 per year, or $41.6 per hour.
Research Scientist - Remote Sensing

Research Scientist - Remote Sensing

Lockheed Martin

Boulder, CO • On-site, Remote

$76K - $134K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Lockheed Martin rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 384 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 60 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Job Description
The Advanced Programs and Exploitation (APEX) team with Lockheed Martin in Boulder is looking for a research scientist to support ongoing programs and internal research and development efforts. The APEX team supports multiple programs related to mission processing applications of remote sensing payloads and multi-int fusion.
This position will be expected to:
• work in coordination with our research scientists, FPGA engineers, and software engineers for all activities required to develop, test, and deliver prototype and fully capable systems.
• work with software engineers to develop C++ and Python code.
• perform data analysis to evaluate various mission processing solutions to determine the best one for various missions.
• provide algorithm expertise (for detection, tracking and multi-int fusion purposes).
• optimize performance of a signal processing chain.
• possibly work on AI/ML algorithm applications.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) from an accredited institution or an equivalent blend of education, training, and minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in MatLab and another programming language
- Ability to obtain a secret security clearance
Desired skills
- Active secret clearance
- Proficiency in C++ &/or Python
- Linux OS background/Experience developing in a Linux environment
- Applied mathematics or algorithm development experience
- Experience working with data structures
- Strong experience in software design and development.
- Familiarity with tracking &/or signal processing algorithms
- Experience with containerization tools like Docker
- Experience with a machine learning platform such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras
- Experience with machine learning for image segmentation and image generation
- Experience with software vision control such as GIT
EEO
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Other Important Information
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Work Schedule Information
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $76,500 - $134,895. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $88,000 - $152,490. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
This position is incentive plan eligible.

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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912