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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal SAR Imagery Scientist (AI/ML Validation) - **Company:** Xcellent Technology - **Location:** Springfield, MA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $135,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Computer Vision, Data Files, Geospatial Intelligence, Image Quality, Information Theory, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Metadata, Model Validation - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/principal-sar-imagery-scientist-ai-ml-validation-ts-sci-springfield-va--bb7230e0-37df-4613-8115-e2d54262951f ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI clearance with willingness to undergo a CI Polygraph exam * 18+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree, or a PhD with 10+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 13+ years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree with 16+ years of relevant experience * Proven 6+ years of experience as a SAR expert with deep expertise in collection, phenomenology, collection geometry, sensor physics, image formation processes, and exploitation tradecraft * Application of SAR imagery to identify the occurrence and location of objects of interest (OOI) * Proficiency with SAR-focused toolsets and environments including SARPy, MATLAB SAR Toolbox, and Python-based workflows * Experience developing, testing, and evaluating algorithms, methodologies, and analytic processes using SAR imagery * Application of image quality metrics, sensor metadata (e.g., graze, squint), and information-theoretic approaches to assess SAR data quality and performance * Application of remote sensing and geospatial platforms such as Google Earth Engine for advanced imagery analysis and modeling workflows * Ability to design, evaluate, and refine analytic models and validation frameworks using operational, real-world datasets * Ability to communicate complex SAR concepts, findings, and system capabilities to both technical and non-technical audiences * Strong foundation in remote sensing principles, GEOINT tradecraft, and advanced imagery exploitation methodologies * Capacity to operate independently while providing authoritative technical guidance and advisory support to government leadership Desired * Working knowledge of computer vision (CV) and machine learning techniques as applied to SAR imagery, antoine.thomas@xts-inc.com, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Computer Vision, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Sets, Geometry, Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT), Government, Healthcare, Intelligence Community, Leadership, Machine Learning, Metadata, Model Validation, Performance Analysis, Performance Modeling, Physics, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Top Secret Clearance ## Related Videos - [Introduction to TXT](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/30-introduction-to-txt) - [A Data Mesh needs Open Metadata](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/505-a-data-mesh-needs-open-metadata) - [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) - [Hacking AI at the Edge of the Indian Ocean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100177-hacking-ai-at-the-edge-of-the-indian-ocean) - [Parquet, Delta, Iceberg & Ducklake - An introduction for developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100075-parquet-delta-iceberg-ducklake-an-introduction-for-developers) - [Implementing continuous delivery in a data processing pipeline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/73-implementing-continuous-delivery-in-a-data-processing-pipeline) ## Related Articles - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Got AI ideas but no money? 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