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 Pay Range: At GRVTY, we understand that compensation is influenced by many factors—such as geographic location, federal contract labor categories, wage rates, prior experience, skillsets, education, and certifications. We’re proud to offer a work environment that empowers our team to achieve a strong work-life balance. GRVTY provides competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, and includes coverage in areas such as healthcare, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off. Virginia Pay Range $180,000 — $210,000 USD 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…