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Exploitation Specialist/Imagery Scientist (SAR) - Expert

AT Leidos
Leidos

Exploitation Specialist/Imagery Scientist (SAR) - Expert

Springfield, VA

Description

Leidos has an exciting opportunity for an Expert Level Exploitation Specialist/Imagery Scientist (SAR) - to join our team in Springfield, VA.

Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate;

  • Experience with applied image processing and advanced analysis of radar imagery; possess extensive knowledge of imaging radar physics, phenomenology, and phase history processing;
  • Proficiency with imaging radar analysis techniques utilizing advanced image and signal processing methods and tools to support new signature and methodology development
  • A detailed understanding of sensor design principles and their relationship to sensor performance.
  • SPECIFICALLY: develop automated option to download and catalogue data; support mission partner activities to identify, validate, report, and minimize discrepancies; define, identify, develop, and automate repeatable ways to compute and apply various solutions for detecting and characterizing features and activity of interest.
  • Support creation of non-literal processing & analytic methods for repeatable use to add insight to formal intelligence reporting.
  • Production and exploitation of change detection products. Develop and maintain documentation for knowledge sharing.
  • Develop and progress computer vision workflows that improve efficiency of GEOINT analysis.

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Basic Qualifications

  • Eight years of experience and a Bachelor's Degree in image science, remote sensing, earth science, etc. 3+ years processing & exploiting LIDAR data. ArcGIS, QTModeler, ENVI.
  • Active Top Secret with SCI and willing to be approved to CI Poly
  • Expert knowledge & skill processing & exploiting SAR data
  • Experience writing/maintaining Python scripts in Arc GIS

Preferred Qualifications

  • Formal training & experience in remote sensing/earth science/etc. IDL/Java/C++/VB/MATLAB/R/other.
  • APIs.
  • Advanced degree.
  • Proficiency in Google Earth Engine, ESRI ARC Services, Tableau, Web Services Development.
  • ArcGIS.

Original Posting:

May 9, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Client-provided location(s): Springfield, VA, USA
Job ID: Leidos-R-00158806
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program