Senior GEOINT Scientist (SAR & Spectral Exploitation) - Multiple Positions

Position Summary

NV5 is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior GEOINT Scientists to support operational intelligence missions and applied research and development activities for the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) and the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC). This role involves the acquisition, processing, modeling, analysis, cataloging, and dissemination of non-literal Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) derived from both active and passive electro-optical sensors, including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), multispectral, hyperspectral, and thermal infrared data.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of intelligence products, technical reports, presentations, algorithms, analytical tools, workflows, training materials, CAD models, and technical papers that support national security objectives.

Work Setting:

• Location: Dayton, OH (Wright-Patterson Air Force Base)
• Clearance Required: Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
• Travel: Less than 20%

Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced GEOINT tools to analyze and exploit remotely sensed data and produce intelligence products.
• Perform non-literal exploitation of both active sensor data (including Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)) and passive sensor data (including multispectral, hyperspectral, and thermal infrared imagery).
• Integrate exploitation results with contextual research and electro-optical (EO) literal analysis to provide meaningful intelligence assessments.
• Analyze unique, anomalous, and complex datasets using engineering principles and physics-based analytical approaches.
• Develop and improve processes, methodologies, and workflows to support advanced GEOINT exploitation.
• Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of analytical products prior to dissemination.
• Support algorithm development and process automation through scripting and software-based analytical solutions.
• Produce and deliver intelligence reports, technical papers, briefings, presentations, and training materials.
• Complete all required security, network, and sensor discipline training.

Requirements

Requirements:

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Bachelor''s degree in a STEM-related discipline such as:
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Imagery Science
• Mathematics
• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in geospatial intelligence, remote sensing, imagery analysis, or a related technical field.
• Strong technical writing, briefing, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Master''s or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Imagery Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related STEM field.

• Experience exploiting and analyzing active and passive remote sensing data, including:

• Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR)

• Multispectral Imagery

• Hyperspectral Imagery

• Therma Infrared (IR) data

• Experience with GEOINT exploitation and geospatial software tools, including:

• ENVI

• SOCET GXP

• RemoteView

• ArcGIS

• Similar imagery analysis platforms

• Experience with scientific programming and data analysis tools such as:

• Python

• MATLAB

• R

• IDL

• Experience developing algorithms, scripting solutions, and automating analytical workflows.

Please note that some of our positions may require the ability to obtain security clearances that may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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Benefits

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, FTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid Life & AD&D
• Company paid Disability
• 401K Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Company Overview

NV5 delivers technology-enabled engineering, consulting, and geospatial solutions that help clients plan, design, and optimize infrastructure, buildings, utilities, and environmental systems. We bring together technical expertise, data, and innovative thinking to create resilient, high-performance assets. As part of TiC Solutions, alongside Acuren, we share a purpose: to shape and strengthen the physical world.

Our work starts with our people. We invest in their growth and never compromise on safety. We work as one team across disciplines and geographies, bringing diverse perspectives and a shared purpose to complex challenges.

At NV5, we take pride in high-quality work that creates lasting value for our clients. We challenge the status quo, continuously improve, and turn insight into smarter designs, plans, and solutions. Join us to contribute your expertise and collaborate with our teams to help shape the infrastructure and systems the world relies on.