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ManTech

Expert SAR Imagery Scientist

Springfield, VA

$179K - $318K/yr

Investigate any gaps in the emerging sensor capability that may need to be supplemented by other ... Experience exploiting SAR to determine the occurrence and location of objects of interest

East West Bank

Senior BSA Analyst

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Overview East West Bank is seeking a Senior BSA Analyst primary function is to complete SAR investigations, SAR filings, and conduct periodic EDD reviews of the bank's high-risk customers.

GRVTY

Imagery Scientist (SAR) - Expert

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

Investigate gaps in emerging sensor capabilities that may require supplementation from other ... SARPy * MATLAB SAR Toolbox * Demonstrated experience with imagery quality metrics, including:

GRVTY

Imagery Scientist (SAR) - Expert

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$180K - $210K/yr

Investigate gaps in emerging sensor capabilities that may require supplementation from other ... SARPy * MATLAB SAR Toolbox * Demonstrated experience with imagery quality metrics, including:

Old National Bank

BSA/AML Investigator II

Joliet, IL

$51K - $101K/yr

The investigator will comply with Old National's BSA/AML policy, program, and procedures for performing SAR, case investigations, and all other BSA/AML and OFAC responsibilities. The investigator ...

Old National Bank

BSA/AML Investigator II

Joliet, IL · On-site

$51K - $101K/yr

The investigator will comply with Old National's BSA/AML policy, program, and procedures for performing SAR, case investigations, and all other BSA/AML and OFAC responsibilities. The investigator ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for sar investigator in the United States is $75,325.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a SAR Investigator, you need a solid understanding of financial regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) procedures, and investigative techniques, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with case management systems, AML software (such as Actimize or Verafin), and knowledge of BSA/AML compliance certifications (e.g., CAMS) are crucial. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective written communication set candidates apart in this role. These skills are important to ensure thorough and accurate investigations, timely filing of suspicious activity reports, and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a SAR investigator?

As a SAR Investigator, your daily tasks often include reviewing transaction alerts, conducting in-depth research into suspicious activity, and documenting findings in comprehensive case files. You’ll regularly collaborate with compliance teams and management to escalate high-risk cases and advise on unusual patterns. The job may also involve preparing and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with regulators, ensuring reports are completed accurately and within required deadlines. Expect to use a combination of software tools and investigative methodologies, working independently while also contributing to broader compliance initiatives. This role requires a high level of diligence to ensure regulatory standards and organizational policies are consistently met.

What is a SAR investigator?

A SAR (Suspicious Activity Report) Investigator is responsible for detecting and analyzing potentially suspicious financial transactions to prevent money laundering, fraud, and other financial crimes. They review transaction patterns, investigate red flags, and prepare detailed reports for regulatory compliance. SAR Investigators work closely with compliance teams and law enforcement agencies to ensure that financial institutions follow anti-money laundering (AML) laws and regulations.

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Expert SAR Imagery Scientist

ManTech International

Springfield, VA • On-site

$179K - $318K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

General information
Requisition #
R67656
Locations
USA-VA-Springfield
Posting Date
05/11/2026
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 Expert SAR Imagery Scientist to join our team in Springfield, VA. This is a full-time onsite position.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Conduct assessment of potential differences between new sensor characteristics and capabilities compared to currently utilized platforms.
  • Assess potential differences in metadata, data format, and data structure characteristics in regard to changes to databases, schemas, APls, and other ETL related processes for the ingestion and movement of data when integrating into the existing data operations pipeline.
  • Determine how to acquire new data, potential latency associated with acquisition, data formats, and security domains.
  • Determine how to pre-process and standardize the data to match existing data standards or to be transformed into a usable state for labeling and model testing purposes. This may involve converting between file format types or tiling full-size images into specified sizes or geospatial bounds.
  • Investigate any gaps in the emerging sensor capability that may need to be supplemented by other sources.
  • Explore options for coincident imagery collects from other imagery platforms (e.g., EO platforms) that align with areas of emerging sensor's collection. Determine other platforms with similar geographic and temporal coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 20+ years of experience; BA/BS can account for 4 years while a MA/MS can account for 6 years of experience.
  • 6+ years as a SAR expert with understanding of collection, phenomenology, image formation process, and exploitation products is required.
  • Experience using SARPy and Matlab SAR toolbox
  • Experience in RNIIRS, information theoretic-based image quality metrics, SAR imagery quality metrics (e.g., Integrated Side lobe Ratio, Multiplicative Noise Ratio}, and sensor metadata describing impacts of geometry on phenomenology (e.g., graze, squint, azimuth)
  • Experience exploiting SAR to determine the occurrence and location of objects of interest
  • Experience developing, testing, and evaluating new algorithms, processes, methodologies, and products using SAR imagery including experience utilizing advanced processing tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Google Earth Engine, etc.) to automate scientific processes of SAR imagery data to aid analysis
  • Exhibit a deep understanding of the principles of remote sensing and imagery processing and advanced exploitation methods

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.

The projected compensation range for this position is $179,300.00-$318,400.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
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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