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Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to: * Identify coincident imagery opportunities * Align EO ... Remote sensing phenomenology * Image formation processes * Exploitation products and methodologies

Imagery Scientist (EO)- Expert

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$180K - $210K/yr

Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to: * Identify coincident imagery opportunities * Align EO ... Remote sensing phenomenology * Image formation processes * Exploitation products and methodologies

Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to: * Identify coincident imagery opportunities * Align EO ... Remote sensing phenomenology * Image formation processes * Exploitation products and methodologies

Space Systems Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site +1

$150K - $250K/yr

Background in EO/SAR mission planning or ground segment operations * Familiarity with U.S. commercial remote sensing regulations (NOAA), FCC spectrum licensing processes, and export control ...

Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to provide coincident EO imagery aligned with geographic ... Remote sensing principles * Advanced imagery processing and exploitation methods * Sensor and ...

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How much do sar remote sensing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for sar remote sensing in the United States is $32.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.77 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a SAR remote sensing professional?

SAR Remote Sensing professionals specialize in using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology to collect and analyze data about the Earth's surface. They process radar signals from satellites or aircraft to produce detailed images, which can be used for applications such as environmental monitoring, disaster management, agriculture, and urban planning. These experts interpret complex data, develop algorithms for image processing, and often collaborate with scientists and engineers to extract meaningful information from SAR imagery. Their work is crucial for mapping terrain, monitoring land use changes, and supporting emergency response efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a SAR remote sensing specialist?

To thrive as a SAR Remote Sensing Specialist, you need a strong background in geospatial science, radar image interpretation, and data analysis, typically supported by a relevant degree in remote sensing, GIS, or Earth sciences. Familiarity with specialized software such as ENVI, SNAP, or ERDAS IMAGINE, and experience with programming languages like Python or MATLAB, are commonly required, along with certifications in GIS or remote sensing. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals interpret complex data and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are vital for extracting accurate information from SAR data and supporting applications such as environmental monitoring, disaster management, and land use analysis.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in SAR remote sensing, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in SAR Remote Sensing often encounter challenges such as processing large volumes of complex data, managing noise and distortions inherent to SAR imagery, and integrating SAR data with other geospatial datasets. Staying updated with rapidly evolving software tools and algorithms is also crucial. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including GIS analysts, data scientists, and field experts—can help address these issues by sharing knowledge and leveraging diverse expertise.

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Imagery Scientist (EO)- Expert

Falls Church, VA • Remote

$180K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is seeking a motivated and experienced imagery scientist to serve as the lead Electro-Optical subject matter expert (SME) on our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is an expert imagery scientist with a passion for advanced scientific problem solving, imagery exploitation, and operational intelligence support. This role will drive solutions informed by specific phenomenology limitations and advantages of the sensors and platforms in mind.

What You'll be Owning

  • Serve as the lead technical authority for EO exploitation and imagery science initiatives.
  • Analyze:
    • EO collection capabilities
    • Sensor phenomenology
    • Image formation processes
  • Exploit imagery to identify and locate objects of interest across intelligence scenarios
  • Develop, test, and evaluate:
    • New algorithms
    • Exploitation methodologies
    • Scientific workflows
    • Automated processing techniques
  • Utilize advanced processing tools including:
    • Python
    • MATLAB
    • Google Earth Engine
  • Support automation of EO scientific processing and analysis workflow
  • Assess emerging EO sensor characteristics and capabilities
  • Evaluate impacts to:
    • Metadata structures
    • Data formats
    • APIs and ETL processes
    • Existing operational pipelines
  • Develop strategies to:
    • Pre-process EO imagery
    • Normalize and standardize datasets
    • Convert formats and tile imagery
  • Prepare imagery for:
    • Labeling
    • Model testing
    • Advanced exploitation workflows
  • Investigate gaps in emerging EO sensor capabilities
  • Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to:
    • Identify coincident imagery opportunities
    • Align EO imagery with temporal and geographic collection windows
  • Support multi-INT exploitation workflows

What You Must Have

  • Active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to obtain a CI/Poly
  • 4+ years of expert EO imagery exploitation and imagery science experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in:
    • EO collection systems
    • Remote sensing phenomenology
    • Image formation processes
    • Exploitation products and methodologies
  • Experience exploiting EO imagery to:
    • Detect
    • Identify
    • Locate objects of interest
  • Experience developing and evaluating:
    • Algorithms
    • Scientific workflows
    • Exploitation methodologies
  • Hands-on experience using:
    • Python
    • MATLAB
    • Google Earth Engine
    • EO imagery processing tools
  • Experience automating scientific processing workflows
  • Experience developing and evaluating:
    • Algorithms
    • Automated workflows
    • Scientific exploitation methods
  • Deep understanding of:
    • Remote sensing principles
    • EO imagery processing
    • Advanced exploitation methods
    • Sensor/platform limitations and advantages
  • Proven ability to communicate technical concepts to:
    • Technical audiences
    • Non-technical stakeholders
    • Intelligence users

What Would be Nice to Have

  • Experience applying CV and machine learning (ML) techniques to EO imagery and data to address intelligence problems

Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors-such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications.
We're proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.
Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.

  • The pay range for this position is: $180,000 - $210,000