Exploitation Specialist / Imagery Scientist (EO) Lead NGA

Exploitation Specialist / Imagery Scientist (EO) Lead - NGA Fathom Management LLC St. Louis, MO Job Details Full-time $260,000 - $263,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications MATLAB Image processing Automation Computer vision Remote sensing Algorithm design Sensors Python Full Job Description Exploitation Specialist / Imagery Scientist (EO) Lead - NGA "Advance the future of Electro-Optical exploitation and geospatial intelligence."

Client:

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)

Locations:

Springfield, VA St.

Louis, MO Denver, CO Work Location:

Onsite -

Field Contractor Office Salary:

$260,000 - $263,000 (Based on experience and technical interview)

Citizenship:

U.S.

Citizen Required Clearance:

Active TS/SCI Required Why This Role Matters We are seeking a highly specialized Exploitation Specialist / Imagery Scientist (EO) Lead to support advanced geospatial intelligence and imagery exploitation initiatives for the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) .

This role focuses on:

Electro-Optical (EO) imagery science Advanced exploitation methodologies Remote sensing and image processing Sensor characterization and phenomenology Scientific workflow automation and algorithm development You will serve as the lead EO subject matter expert (SME), helping shape the next generation of imagery exploitation capabilities supporting national security missions. Position Overview The EO Imagery Scientist is responsible for providing technical leadership and scientific expertise across all aspects of: EO imagery exploitation Sensor analysis Remote sensing methodologies Data preparation and processing pipelines This role requires a deep understanding of: Electro-optical collection systems Image formation and phenomenology Scientific processing workflows Geospatial intelligence operations You will collaborate closely with Government stakeholders, analysts, engineers, and fellow imagery scientists to improve exploitation capabilities and support mission-driven analysis. Required Qualifications Experience 4+ years of advanced EO imagery exploitation experience Strong understanding of: EO collection systems Remote sensing phenomenology Image formation processes Exploitation products and methodologies Technical Expertise Experience exploiting EO imagery to: Detect Identify Locate objects of interest Experience developing and evaluating: Algorithms Scientific workflows Exploitation methodologies ProcessingAutomation Tools Hands-on experience using: Python MATLAB Google Earth Engine EO imagery processing tools Experience automating scientific processing workflows Remote SensingImagery Science Deep understanding of: Remote sensing principles EO imagery processing Advanced exploitation methods Sensor/platform limitations and advantages Communication Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to: Technical teams Non-technical audiences Intelligence stakeholders Desired Qualifications Experience applying: Computer Vision (CV) Machine Learning (ML) AI-enabled analytics to EO imagery exploitation problems Core Competencies Scientific and analytical problem solving Advanced imagery exploitation expertise Technical leadership and mentorship Innovation and experimentation mindset Mission-driven collaboration What You'll Be Doing EO ExploitationImagery Science Serve as the lead SME for EO imagery exploitation

Analyze:

EO collection capabilities Sensor phenomenology Image formation processes Exploit imagery to identify and locate objects of interest across intelligence scenarios Algorithm DevelopmentAutomation Develop, test, and evaluate: EO exploitation algorithms Analytical methodologies Automated processing workflows Utilize advanced tools including: Python MATLAB Google Earth Engine Support automation of EO scientific processing and analysis workflows SensorData Evaluation Assess emerging EO sensor characteristics and capabilities Evaluate impacts to: Metadata structures Data formats APIs and ETL processes Existing operational pipelines Data ProcessingStandardization Develop strategies to: Pre-process EO imagery Normalize and standardize datasets Convert formats and tile imagery Prepare imagery for: Labeling Model testing Advanced exploitation workflows Cross-Platform Imagery Integration Investigate gaps in emerging EO sensor capabilities Collaborate with SAR Imagery Scientists to: Identify coincident imagery opportunities Align EO imagery with temporal and geographic collection windows Support multi-INT exploitation workflows Technical LeadershipCommunication Communicate EO imagery capabilities and methodologies to: Technical teams Analysts Government stakeholders Provide technical guidance and mentorship across exploitation efforts What Will NOT Be a Fit General GEOINT analysts without EO expertise Data scientists without imagery science background EO users without exploitation depth Candidates lacking remote sensing knowledge What Success Looks Like Successful exploitation of advanced EO datasets Improved scientific processing and exploitation workflows Effective integration of emerging sensor capabilities Enhanced intelligence production and mission support Strong collaboration across multi-INT teams Summary This is an opportunity to work at the cutting edge of: Electro-Optical exploitation Remote sensing science Advanced GEOINT operations AI/ML-enabled imagery analysis We are seeking a highly technical, mission-focused EO Imagery Scientist who can combine: Scientific expertise Advanced exploitation methodologies Algorithm development Operational intelligence support ...to help drive the future of geospatial intelligence at NGA. Benefits Overview (W-2 Employees) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Short- and long-term disability 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Tuition reimbursement Professional development and training Employee wellness programs Commuter benefits Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Fathom Management, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.