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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior GEOINT Scientist (SAR & Spectral Exploitation) - Multiple Positions - **Company:** NV5, Inc. - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, ArcGIS (Software), Geospatial Intelligence, Hyperspectral Imaging, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Tools, RemoteView, Information Technology, GXP - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88104280/1 ## About the Role NV5 is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior GEOINT Scientist 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., * 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. 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. ## Description 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. ## Related Videos - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)