Imagery Scientist (SAR)- Expert

What Impact You'll Have

GRVTY is seeking a motivated and experienced imagery scientist to serve as the lead SAR 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 SAR exploitation and imagery science initiatives.


• Analyze:
  
  
  
  • SAR collection characteristics
  
  
  • Sensor phenomenology
  
  
  • Image formation processes
  
  
  
  


• Develop, test, and evaluate:
  
  
  
  • New algorithms
  
  
  • Exploitation methodologies
  
  
  • Scientific workflows
  
  
  • Automated processing techniques
  
  
  
  


• Utilize advanced processing tools including:
  
  
  
  • Python
  
  
  • MATLAB
  
  
  • Google Earth Engine
  
  
  • SARPy
  
  
  
  


• Conduct exploitation and analysis of SAR imagery to identify and locate objects of interest

What You Must Have

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with the ability to obtain a CI/Poly


• 6+ years of advanced SAR exploitation and imagery science experience


• Demonstrated expertise in:
  
  
  
  • SAR collection and phenomenology
  
  
  • Image formation processes
  
  
  • Exploitation methodologies
  
  
  • Sensor metadata interpretation
  
  
  
  


• Hands-on experience with:
  
  
  
  • SARPy
  
  
  • MATLAB SAR Toolbox
  
  
  
  

• Strong knowledge of:
  
  
  
  
  • RNIIRS
  
  
  • Information theoretic image quality metrics
  
  
  • Integrated Sidelobe Ratio (ISLR)
  
  
  • Multiplicative Noise Ratio (MNR) h)
  
  
  • SAR geometry impacts 
  
  
  
  

• Experience developing and evaluating:
  
  
  
  • Algorithms
  
  
  • Automated workflows
  
  
  • Scientific exploitation methods
  
  
  
  

• Strong skills using:
  
  
  
  • Python
  
  
  • MATLAB
  
  
  • Google Earth Engine
  
  
  
  

• Deep understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Remote sensing principles
  
  
  • Advanced imagery exploitation
  
  
  • Geospatial intelligence methodologies
  
  
  
  

• 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 SAR imagery and data to address intelligence problems

Why Choose GRVTY

The toughest national security challenges demand vision and ingenuity, not just resources. We deliver mission and technical expertise to outpace our adversaries. We’re purpose-built to tackle the most entrenched, systemic national security issues around the world.

We partner with our customers to help them overcome challenges in every corner of technology and defense—including the ones still being explored. Our growing capabilities create complementary advantages, giving on-the-ground operations the edge they need to succeed. We muster everything we have to answer every challenge presented, every day of our lives.

At GRVTY, we believe that when our employees thrive, our company thrives. That’s why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.

•    Robust health plan including medical, dental, and vision  

•    Health Savings Account with company contribution  

•    Annual Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays  

•    Paid Parental Leave   

•    401k with generous company match  

•    Training and Development Opportunities  

•    Award Programs  

•    Variety of Company Sponsored Events

EEO Statement

GRVTY, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 

Anyone requiring reasonable accommodations should email [email protected] or call 703-544-7930 with requested details.  A member of the HR team will respond to your request within 2 business days. 

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