Research and Development Image Scientist
Penn State University•University Park, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an Image Scientist to join our Image Science and Computer Vision team of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This team advances the state-of-the-art in image processing, computer vision, and computational imaging. You will work with a diverse engineering team to design, build, test, and/or integrate solutions to problems in the area of defense, law enforcement, security, disaster relief, human geography, disaster preparedness, and first response. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
Requirements
- Subject matter expertise in modeling imaging systems and the image formation process in EO and/or SAR
- Support of imaging system research and development programs, and demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Independent research and high-quality documentation of findings to communicate to a diverse team
- Design of experiments, analysis, and design or apply meaningful metrics to measure results
- Execution of specific research projects and meet task deadlines and goals
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to express yourself and ideas successfully to others in order to provide understanding
- Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science
- 14+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Senior Professional)
- 5+ years of relevant experience (if filled as Research and Development Engineer - Advanced Professional)
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Ability to obtain a government security clearance
- Valid driver’s license
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field of study
- Writing and executing scripts in Python, R, Java, MATLAB, or some other broadly accessible language
- Support of DoD/IC research programs
Responsibilities
- Lead programs and be part of a highly collaborative team
- Support scientific research projects by summarizing current research and application materials
- Model the imaging chain for many sensing modalities and platforms across a wide array of applications
- Apply the scientific method across multiple disciplines to engineering and geospatial sciences and develop system analytics through organized experimentation
- Develop the ability to discover and capture information from geospatial data to better represent the most advanced understanding of world events, systems, and discrete entities
- Grow career and capabilities, Plan and conduct applied research, provide technical guidance, report results, foster trusted relationships with sponsors, lead small-to-medium research efforts, and advise on new and evolving technology and techniques
- Engage in research efforts ranging from proof-of-concept through integrated production systems.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- Substantial paid time off (holidays, vacation, sick time)
- 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
