Hyperspectral Imagery Scientist

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking an Imagery Scientist to join our Charlottesville, VA team supporting the Army’s National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC). The candidate will work alongside recognized experts in the hyperspectral remote sensing community to modernize and advance the field of hyperspectral remote sensing. In this role, you will exploit full-spectrum hyperspectral data, develop and test new exploitation methods, and characterize spectral sensors from the lab to the field.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct imagery science in support of ground forces intelligence requirements
• Process and exploit data, with an emphasis on full-spectrum hyperspectral data, to support Army information needs
• Develop new, and modernize existing algorithms, tools, and methodologies for exploitation of hyperspectral imagery (HSI)
• Conduct research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) to identify new remote sensing applications, with emphasis on HSI
• Characterize data from existing and emerging ground, air, and space-based spectral and remote sensing sensors
• Operate field and lab instrumentation such as the ASD FieldSpec, Exoscan 4100, Cary 5000, Thermo Fisher iS50, and other radiometers, as well as weather monitoring and calibration equipment, at CONUS and OCONUS locations
• Author technical papers and presentations and present findings at community symposiums, meetings, and working groups

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• Master's degree in a science or academic program that heavily incorporates remote sensing, such as geosciences, atmospheric science, chemistry, physics, or mathematics
• 8+ years of related experience
• Applied imagery science experience at one of the following levels:
• Expertise using ENVI, ArcGIS, and QGIS
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively and comfortable communicating directly with customers

Travel up to 10% within US. Lift up to 30 lbs, walk, bend, drive.

Desired Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• PhD in a related field of study
• Experience leveraging AI/ML tools to train, tune, test, and deploy models

Overview

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us. EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work

Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $103,950.00 - USD $162,475.00 /Yr. Noblis is seeking an Imagery Scientist to join our Charlottesville, VA team supporting the Army’s National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC). The candidate will work alongside recognized experts in the hyperspectral remote sensing community to modernize and advance the field of hyperspectral remote sensing. In this role, you will exploit full-spectrum hyperspectral data, develop and test new exploitation methods, and characterize spectral sensors from the lab to the field.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct imagery science in support of ground forces intelligence requirements
• Process and exploit data, with an emphasis on full-spectrum hyperspectral data, to support Army information needs
• Develop new, and modernize existing algorithms, tools, and methodologies for exploitation of hyperspectral imagery (HSI)
• Conduct research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E) to identify new remote sensing applications, with emphasis on HSI
• Characterize data from existing and emerging ground, air, and space-based spectral and remote sensing sensors
• Operate field and lab instrumentation such as the ASD FieldSpec, Exoscan 4100, Cary 5000, Thermo Fisher iS50, and other radiometers, as well as weather monitoring and calibration equipment, at CONUS and OCONUS locations
• Author technical papers and presentations and present findings at community symposiums, meetings, and working groups
• US Citizenship is required with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
• Master's degree in a science or academic program that heavily incorporates remote sensing, such as geosciences, atmospheric science, chemistry, physics, or mathematics
• 8+ years of related experience
• Applied imagery science experience at one of the following levels:
• Expertise using ENVI, ArcGIS, and QGIS
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work independently or collaboratively and comfortable communicating directly with customers

Travel up to 10% within US. Lift up to 30 lbs, walk, bend, drive.