Remote Sensing Engineer

Riverside Research

. Conduct analysis, exploitation, and modeling of infrared and OPIR sensor data, including SBIRS systems .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeDayton • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in analyzing and modeling infrared and OPIR sensor data, with a strong focus on developing advanced data processing algorithms in Python and MATLAB. Proven ability to evaluate sensor performance and collaborate with defense stakeholders to integrate emerging technologies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Python ProgrammingMATLAB DevelopmentEO/IR Systems EngineeringOPIR Data AnalysisActive TS/SCI Clearance

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Hard Skills

Data Processing AlgorithmsSensor Data AnalysisAnomaly DetectionSoftware Logic TroubleshootingTest Plan DevelopmentComplex Detection ChallengesData Processing WorkflowsSensor Collection ScenariosTechnical DocumentationCONOPS Development

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

SBIRS SystemsEmerging Sensing Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship

Industry Keywords

Remote SensingIntelligence CommunityNASICPhysicsComputer EngineeringSpace Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRemote SensingTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct analysis, exploitation, and modeling of infrared and OPIR sensor data, including SBIRS systems
Develop, prototype, and implement advanced data processing algorithms in Python, MATLAB, and other analysis environments
Investigate sensor and target phenomenology
Develop test plans, sensor collection scenarios, or experiments for complex detection and tracking challenges
Evaluate and troubleshoot data processing workflows
Identify anomalies or software logic issues and coordinate remediation strategies
Support development of CONOPS, white papers, technical documentation, and transition plans
Collaborate with research organizations, DoD stakeholders, and external agencies to evaluate and integrate emerging sensing and exploitation technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship
Active TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physics, Computer Engineering, Space Systems, or related technical field
6+ years of experience in EO/IR systems engineering, OPIR analysis, remote sensing, or related mission areas
Demonstrated experience with OPIR data formats, processing workflows, or SBIRS exploitation tools
Strong analytical skills and ability to diagnose sensor performance, data anomalies, and software logic issues
Experience collaborating with NASIC or other intelligence community organizations (desired)
Experience developing CONOPS, technical documentation, or training materials (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive compensation and benefit packages
Affirmative action-equal opportunity employer