Senior Geometric Calibration Engineer
KBR
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensure the geometry of Landsat data are continually and promptly monitored, measured, and calibrated
- Develop and verify tools and algorithms to assist in Landsat data and instrument calibrations
- Characterize the geometric performance of the Landsat instruments to ensure that all geometric requirements are being met
- Report on the quality of Landsat data as required
- Present Landsat geometry status at assigned meetings and regular updates for the Landsat Program Management
- Process data for public relations requests that come from USGS Project Management
- Provide geometric data quality expertise to the Landsat Project anomaly resolution teams
- Develop and verify tools and algorithms and perform qualitative analysis that results in improved Landsat data products
- Add in the design and development of automation of calibration and validation tools as well as innovative approaches for the future of cal/val including deep learning applications for future missions
- Write and publish white papers and journal articles as needed
- Participate in peer reviews
- Support geometric analysis of new features/capabilities for consideration in future product enhancements
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Landsat Cal/Val Team Lead
- Minimum of 10 years related experience in an engineering role required
- Preference will be given to anyone with experience in satellite ground systems, remote sensing data capture, processing, archive, distribution, and scientific applications.
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, System Characterization, Signal Processing, System Calibration, Photogrammetry, Geodesy, Mathematics, or Satellite Systems
- Experience in writing SQL queries
- Programming skills in Python, IDL, Matlab, and in C or C++
- Knowledge of spacecraft and spacecraft instrument dynamics and characteristics
- Knowledge of spacecraft and instrument requirements
- Knowledge of image/signal processing and statistical analysis fundamentals
- Knowledge of map projections
- Ability to develop image and signal processing techniques and tools
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Ability to think independently
- Ability to handle complex multitask environments
- Familiarity with configuration management principles and procedures
- Knowledge of geodesy, system calibration/characterization, satellite systems, and remote sensing
- Thorough understanding of view angle geometries and/or orbital geometry
- Knowledge of cloud data processing
- Three years of continuous residency in the US for issuance of a Government Security credential
- The candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a national agency check and background investigation after hire to obtain a badge for government facility access and user account