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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior remote sensing technician 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 the difference between Senior Remote Sensing Technician vs Remote Sensing Technician?

AspectSenior Remote Sensing TechnicianRemote Sensing Technician
CredentialsTypically requires advanced certifications or experienceEntry to mid-level certifications or experience
Work EnvironmentMore independent, project leadership rolesSupportive, team-based environment
Employer UsageUsed in organizations needing experienced specialistsCommon entry-level or mid-level role
Search IntentComparing senior vs entry-level rolesUnderstanding role responsibilities

The main difference between a Senior Remote Sensing Technician and a Remote Sensing Technician lies in experience, responsibilities, and qualifications. Senior technicians typically have more expertise, take on leadership tasks, and require advanced certifications. Remote Sensing Technicians are often entry to mid-level professionals supporting data collection and analysis. Both roles are vital in geospatial and environmental industries, but the senior position involves greater independence and project oversight.

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Infographic showing various Senior Remote Sensing Technician job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,000 per year, or $32.7 per hour.

Remote Sensing Engineer

Riverside Research Institute

Dayton, OH • On-site, Remote

$130K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Riverside Overview
Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country's most challenging technical problems.
All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.
Position Overview
Riverside Research is seeking a highly skilled Senior Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Research Engineer - Mid to support the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency involving infrared sensing, space-based missile warning systems, data exploitation, and algorithm development. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in EO/IR systems, infrared phenomenology, OPIR data analysis, and software development for remote sensing.
This role requires proven experience working with complex sensor systems, developing and testing new analysis capabilities, and collaborating with government, industry, and research partners on next-generation sensing technologies.
Responsibilities
  • Prototype, develop, and support transition advanced OPIR data processing algorithms
  • Evaluate and troubleshoot data processing, identify anomalies, and coordinate remediation strategies
  • Support development of white papers, technical documentation, and transition plans
  • Collaborate with research organizations, DoD stakeholders, and external agencies

Qualifications
Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance
  • Advanced understanding of EO/IR signal processing, AI/ML processing, and target system phenomenology
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
  • 5+ years of experience in EO/IR algorithm development
  • Detailed experience with OPIR data formats and processing pipelines
  • Advanced Python development skills
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to diagnose sensor performance, data anomalies, and software issues

Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with OPIR analysis
  • Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related technical field
  • Experience collaborating with NGA, NASIC or other intelligence community organizations

Global Comp
$130,000 - $155,000 This represents the typical compensation range for this position based on experience, location and other factors.
Closing Statement
Riverside Research Institute is a not-for-profit, technology-oriented defense company, where service to our customers and support of our staff is our overall mission. Riverside is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. Riverside offers comprehensive compensation and benefit packages to our employees.
Riverside bases its employment decisions solely on technical experience, qualifications and other job-related criteria related to our organizational purpose as a not-for-profit company, and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran's status or any other status legally protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.