SpecTIR Analytical Solutions (SAS) of Fairfax, Virginia, is seeking a highly motivated mid to senior level Spectral Scientists with TS/SCI clearances to work on unique and rapidly evolving multi-source projects supporting DoD and Intelligence Community Activities.

Successful candidates will be encouraged to recommend and implement alternative processing and analytical techniques that have been garnered from a combination of previous experiences and innovative thinking.

SpecTIR Analytical Solutions (SAS) is the advanced analytical, modeling and developmental division of SpecTIR, LLC for government contracts. SpecTIR, LLC is a leading hyperspectral imaging and analysis services company with offices in Reno, NV and Fairfax, VA.

Primary Duties:

• Assist analysts and peers in developing an understanding of hyperspectral (VNIR/SWIR/LWIR) sensor science
• Assist in developing a robust spectral processing and analysis capability
• Provide hyperspectral data analysis for specific tasks
• Participate in hyperspectral imagery remote sensing operations
• Instruct and train analysts and peers in hyperspectral analysis techniques
• Fuse multi-/hyper-spectral phenomenology with other sensor modalities to solve hard target problems (ie. EO, LIDAR, and/or SAR)
• Assist in developing multi-sensor fusion target detection algorithms and tools
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Current DoD TS/SCI clearance
• BS in Math, Physics, Geology, Engineering or other equivalent field
• Over 3 years experience in multispectral or hyperspectral data exploitation
• Strong research and development (R&D) background
• Proficient in use of typical analytical software tools (e.g. ENVI, ERDAS Imagine, Socket GXP, etc.)
• Working knowledge of imagery sensors (operational characteristics/limitations)
• Programming experience with C/C++, Matlab, and/or IDL
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• MS or PhD in Math, Geology, Physics, Engineering or other equivalent field
• Experience in algorithm development with hyperspectral sensor data
• Experience in supporting/performing ground and/or airborne field collections
• Operational DoD and/or Intelligence Community experience
• Willingness/ability to travel to multiple locations overseas and hazardous duty areas

Opportunities exist within SpecTIR to develop and enhance one's skills based on individual interests.

SpecTIR LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high performance culture. We offer a competitive compensation package and a dynamic work environment. SpecTIR is an at-will employer.

For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to sas@spectir.com, subject: Spectral Scientist.