Remote Sensing OPIR Subject Matter Expert

SciTec, a Firefly Aerospace company, is a dynamic non-traditional defense contractor that delivers advanced technologies in support of U.S. National Security and Defense. For the past forty-five plus years, we have supported Department of Defense customers by developing innovative remote sensing algorithms, tools, and techniques to deliver world-class data exploitation capabilities supporting missile defense; intelligence, surveillance, & reconnaissance; space domain awareness; and aircraft survivability missions.

Important Notice: SciTec exclusively works on U.S. government contracts that require U.S. citizenship for all employees. SciTec cannot sponsor or assume sponsorship of employee work visas of any type. Further, U.S. citizenship is a requirement to obtain and keep a security clearance. Applicants that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.

We are seeking a Remote Sensing and Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Subject Matter Expert to inform the design, implementation, and testing of infrared-sensing and space-based missile-warning systems, data-exploitation capabilities, and advanced algorithms. This role requires demonstrated experience with complex sensor systems, leadership in developing and testing advanced analytical capabilities, and effective collaboration with government, industry, and research partners on next-generation sensing technologies.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) systems, infrared phenomenology, OPIR data analysis, and remote-sensing.

Responsibilities

• Define operational needs in coordination with government leaders, research and development teams, and operations analysts
• Lead the prototyping and development of advanced OPIR data-processing algorithms and support their transition to operational environments
• Evaluate and troubleshoot data-processing pipelines, identify anomalies, and coordinate remediation strategies
• Prepare and deliver white papers, technical reports, and briefings
• Collaborate with research organizations, Department of Defense stakeholders, Intelligence Community organizations, and other external agencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
• Bachelor’s degree in remote sensing, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related technical field
• At least 12 years of experience in EO/IR data exploitation and algorithm development
• Advanced knowledge of EO/IR signal processing and target-system phenomenology
• In-depth experience with OPIR data formats and processing pipelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose sensor-performance issues, data anomalies, and software problems

Candidates who have any of the following skills will be preferred

• Master’s degree or PhD in remote sensing, engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related technical field
• Direct experience performing OPIR analysis
• Experience collaborating with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC), or other Intelligence Community organizations
• Advanced Python software-development skills

Benefits

• SciTec offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including:
• 4% Safe Harbor 401(k) match
• 100% company paid HSA medical insurance, with a choice of 2 buy-up options
• 80% company paid dental insurance
• 100% company paid vision insurance
• 100% company paid life insurance
• 100% company paid long-term disability insurance
• 100% company paid hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Annual profit-sharing plan
• Paid parental leave
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay
• Flexible work hours

The salary range for this position is $141,000 to $212,000 annually. This position is also eligible for a discretionary performance-based bonus and stock based compensation. SciTec considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including but not limited to the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills. This is not a guarantee of compensation.

SciTec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. VET/Disabled.