Remote Sensing Scientist

Description

JOB TITLE/TYPE:

Remote Sensing Scientist/Full-Time

PAY RANGE:

$ - $

Are you looking for a place where your work truly matters? At Skyline Scientific, your ideas won’t get buried in bureaucracy—they’ll directly shape mission-critical capabilities for the intelligence and defense communities. Our engineers build cutting-edge software that powers real-world remote sensing, OPIR, and dynamic sensor operations. You’ll work alongside experts in AI, high-performance computing, and advanced analytics to solve some of the hardest technical challenges in national security.

With top-tier benefits, an entrepreneurial culture, and a close-knit team that values innovation, this is the environment where senior engineers can make a real, measurable impact.

Skyline is looking for a Remote Sensing Scientist to lead research, algorithm development, and advanced analytics for cutting-edge electro-optical and infrared sensing systems. This role applies physics-based modeling, image science, and data analytics to detect, track, locate, and characterize remote sensing targets. While familiarity with OPIR is valuable, the primary emphasis is on EO/IR phenomenology, sensor performance, and multi-platform remote sensing analytics in support of intelligence and defense missions.

• Mission-Focused Work: We solve hard problems in remote sensing, AI-enhanced analytics, and sensor fusion
  —our work directly impacts national security.
• Industry-Leading Benefits:
  15% 401(k) match (no contribution required) and employer-paid healthcare
  —one of the best packages in the industry.
• Custom Solutions, Not Cookie-Cutter Code: We build AI-enhanced software for electro-optical, infrared, OPIR, SAR, and dynamic sensor applications.
• High-Performing Team: Collaborate with AI/ML experts, algorithm engineers, and sensor specialists to develop cutting-edge software
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• Opportunities to Innovate: Our engineers don’t just write code—they research, design, and deploy groundbreaking AI/ML and sensing algorithms
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and utilize image processing workflows to support the analysis and exploitation of remote sensing data.
• Create, implement, and evaluate algorithms based on scientific principles and technical requirements.
• Perform research and analysis using data from a variety of remote sensing platforms and sensors.
• Develop innovative image processing and data analysis techniques to address complex technical challenges.
• Evaluate algorithm and system performance using established testing, validation, and assessment methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop technical solutions and support project objectives.
• Prepare and present technical reports, briefings, presentations, and analytical findings to stakeholders.
• Apply data analysis, modeling, and visualization techniques to support research, development, and operational activities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Active TOP SECRET/SCI
• Bachelor’s degree in Image Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or in related fields and 5 years of experience
• Experience with remote sensing, image processing and/or digital signal processing
• Experience working with electro-optical imaging systems such as OPIR, Hyperspectral, or Multispectral platforms
• Ability to work independently or with a team
• Experience with Python or Matlab

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Image Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or in related fields and 5 years of experience
• Experience with remote sensing, signal processing, and image processing algorithms.
• Familiarity with EO/IR, OPIR, Hyperspectral, Multispectral, SAR, or LIDAR sensor systems.
• Experience integrating RADAR, LIDAR, SAR into workflows
• Self-motivated with a…