Job ID 10138

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a mid to senior career, highly skilled Imagery Analyst, responsible for analysis and quality control of collected overhead imagery. Candidates should possess familiarity in two or more of the following areas:

• Familiarity with Geospatial Imagery data collection, reduction, and analysis. Image analysis techniques and algorithms using Matlab, IDL or equivalent tools.
• Experience in analyzing EO-IR satellite sensor data including validation of the collected data and troubleshooting observed artifacts in the collected imagery.
• Knowledge of processes used during EO-IR sensor post-launch & early on-orbit (LEOT) checkout phase, including optimizing sensor parameters for best performance
• Creating performance models and simulations to predict imaging system performance.
• Developed or evaluated target tracking algorithms for either ballistic or maneuvering targets in cluttered backgrounds
• Missile defense domain expertise

Responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing image products from on-orbit platforms to verify sensor performance and confirm results from experiment test plans
• Performing mission-level performance analysis using data from individual sensors as part of an overall constellation or system
• Create/Improve analysis tools for performing simulations
• Develop new or enhance existing experiment plans as required to support on-orbit sensor operations
• Identify key sensor parameter changes that could support follow-on generations of satellites and sensors to accomplish USSF objectives
• Working with cross-disciplinary teams on multiple complex space projects
• Reducing mission concepts to fundamental elements that can be expressed as requirements
• Providing written products documenting analysis, test plans, and performance results

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. in image science, physics, applied physics, or optical science + 15 years experience in a field that includes the use of geospatial tools for scientific analysis
• Knowledge of systems engineering techniques and their application to large DoD development programs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with program management, customers, contractors, and colleagues
• Knowledge of radiometry, calibration, and estimating EO/IR sensor system performance
• Must have an active DoD Secret security clearance and ability to obtain a DoD TS/SCI security clearance
• Must be a US citizen
• Must be able to travel occasionally to contractor and customer facilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in image science, physics, applied physics, or optical science and specific experience in a field that includes the use of geospatial tools for scientific analysis
• Working knowledge of state-of-the-market hardware and software capabilities used in missile defense sensor systems
• Previous EO-IR sensor calibration experience
• Experience writing technical papers and procedures
• Experience supporting system level testing and verification
• Successful working with and collaborating with teams of engineers

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet

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