Remote Sensing Engineer

Riverside Research

. Process, analyze, and interpret satellite, airborne, and other remotely sensed imagery .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $97,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in processing and analyzing satellite and airborne imagery using Python and geospatial analysis tools. Proficient in developing automated workflows and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-focused solutions.

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Python ProgrammingGeospatial AnalysisRemote Sensing SoftwareImage ClassificationTop Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information Clearance

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Hard Skills

Geospatial Analysis WorkflowsImage ClassificationObject DetectionChange DetectionSpatial AnalysisRemote SensingGISMachine Learning TechniquesComputer Vision TechniquesTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

CollaborationIndependent WorkProject PlanningTechnical CommunicationProcess Improvement

Tools & Technologies

ArcGIS ProQGISENVIERDAS ImagineGDALRasterioGeoPandasShapelyOpenCVAWS

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipTop Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information Clearance

Industry Keywords

Remote SensingGeospatial ScienceIntelligence CommunityDoDNGANROLiDARHyperspectral ImageryFull Motion VideoMaritime Domain Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudDockerPythonRemote SensingTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process, analyze, and interpret satellite, airborne, and other remotely sensed imagery
Develop and maintain geospatial analysis workflows and automated processing pipelines
Design and implement Python-based tools for imagery processing, feature extraction, and geospatial analysis
Perform image classification, object detection, change detection, and spatial analysis using commercial and open-source tools
Support sensor calibration, validation, and quality assurance activities
Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, and intelligence analysts on mission-focused solutions
Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences
Evaluate emerging remote sensing technologies and recommend workflow improvements
Contribute to project planning, technical discussions, and continuous process improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship
Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance is required
Bachelor's degree or 8 years of experience in Remote Sensing, Geospatial Science, Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Environmental Science, or a related technical discipline preferred
Applicable experience will be considered in lieu of degree
Experience processing and analyzing satellite, aerial, or other remotely sensed imagery
Proficiency with remote sensing and GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, ENVI, ERDAS Imagine, or similar platforms
Strong Python programming skills for geospatial analysis and workflow automation
Experience with geospatial libraries such as GDAL, Rasterio, GeoPandas, Shapely, or OpenCV
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a remote, collaborative environment
Experience in one or more of: RF; Elevation/Terrain; Non-Earth Imaging (NEI); SAR; Infrared (SWIR, MWIR, thermal); Hyperspectral (HSI); LiDAR and 3D; Airborne UAS; Non-imagery (AIS, Adtec, ADS-B, and open-source); Photogrammetry; Full Motion Video (FMV)
Preferred: experience supporting DoD, NGA, NRO, or Intelligence Community programs
Preferred: experience with SAR, LiDAR, hyperspectral, multispectral, or thermal imagery
Preferred: familiarity with AWS or Azure cloud-based geospatial processing environments
Preferred: experience with machine learning or computer vision techniques applied to geospatial imagery
Preferred: knowledge of Docker and modern software development practices
Preferred: experience with Git and collaborative software development workflows
Preferred: experience with Motion Target Indicator (MTI), EO, Object Detection, Change Detection, Maritime Domain Analysis, or Global Comp

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive compensation and benefit packages
Affirmative action-equal opportunity employer