Hyperspectral Engineer
US$72,000 / yr base salary
Posted 9 Oct 2026
Advertised as “Hyperspectral Engineer II - Signal & Image Processing - $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS”
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- Level
- II
- Expected experience
- 2+ yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
| Base salary | US$72,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyEngineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsMaster of Science, Bachelor of Science
Field of studyComputer Science, Engineering, Physics, Remote Sensing, Chemistry, Geology (or related)
Job Description
Minimum $5,000 Sign on Bonus being offered for external hires.
BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) is seeking a skilled Multispectral/Hyperspectral Remote Sensing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will conduct research and analysis to understand and improve the utility of new multispectral and hyperspectral data for Intelligence Community (IC) customers through research and development (R&D) of remote sensor data, customer engagement and support, and improvements to the data processing and analysis techniques. The goal of this work is to develop capabilities to transition to a streamlined production process. You will work with a team of engineers and scientists that includes spectral Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) who will provide technical guidance as you develop a deep understanding of the technology with an eye on future advancements.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct research and analysis to determine spectral data utility and application to IC targets and problems.
- Improve and develop data analysis processing techniques and algorithms.
- Perform hyperspectral sensor data characterization.
- Identify data and analytic challenges and gaps.
- Evaluate and understand data formats.
- Evaluate and monitor data quality.
- Research and develop novel processing techniques and algorithms.
- Test the performance of algorithms, tools and processing methods and make recommendations to increase accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinate research activities within a team.
- Collaborate with customers at all levels within the IC customer base.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.