Scientist - Sensor Cal/Val

Entarian•College Park, MD

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Entarian is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Scientist/Engineer to support NOAA operational calibration of sensors on Low Earth Orbiting satellites. This role involves characterizing and monitoring the signal to noise, radiometric, spectral, and geospatial quality of level 1b products using various methods. The scientist will investigate instrument anomalies caused by space weather events and radio frequency interference, proposing corrective actions and mitigations. Additionally, the position provides technical support to satellite programs by improving algorithms and level 1 data quality through innovative science to support numerical weather and space weather predictions. The salary for this position is approximately $85,000 - $115,000/year. This position supports work at NOAA's College Park facility with some on-site work required.

Requirements

PhD in Atmospheric Science, Remote Sensing, or a related field with a strong focus on GNSS radio occultation data processing.
5+ years of related work experience.
Skills and experiences with data analysis software and programming languages (e.g., Fortran, C/C++, Python, or similar).
Demonstrated expertise in atmospheric science research and a solid understanding of relevant concepts related to radio occultation and atmospheric profiling.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically assess data and develop innovative solutions to challenges in GNSS radio occultation processing.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Must be a US Citizen or a Permanent Resident.
Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

Nice To Haves

A track record of publishing research results in peer-reviewed journals and conferences related to GNSS radio occultation processing and atmospheric science will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

Support NOAA operational calibration of sensors on Low Earth Orbiting satellites.
Characterize and monitor the signal to noise, radiometric, spectral, and geospatial quality of the level 1b products using a variety of methods.
Investigate instrument anomalies such as due to space weather events, radio frequency interference, and propose corrective actions and/or mitigations.
Provide technical support to the satellite programs by improving the algorithms and level 1 data quality through innovative science to support numerical weather and space weather predictions.

Benefits

Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Professional Membership Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Competitive compensation plan
Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance