Senior Spectral Modeling Scientist

Riverside Research is seeking a Senior Spectral Scientist with experience in Optical & Infrared Spectral Modeling to lead development, sustainment, and validation of EO/IR spectral signature models for Department of War and Intelligence Community customers.

This position is located in Beavercreek, OH.

Lead development, validation, and sustainment of spectral signature models including EO/IR radiometric algorithms.
• Translate materials characterization datasets into physics-based models.
• Oversee development and integration of environmental correction models.
• Lead improvements to space weathering models incorporating material degradation physics.
• Validate models using laboratory measurements and synthetic test environments.
• Ensure interoperability between spectral models and spectral model databases.
• Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to modeling teams.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to government and internal stakeholders.

• At least 8 years of experience in EO/IR spectral modeling, radiometry, or hyperspectral exploitation with a Ph.D. in Physics, Optical Sciences, Applied Mathematics, or similar field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience implementing and validating atmospheric correction models.
• Strong scientific programming skills (Python, MATLAB).
• Experience validating physical models using laboratory or remote sensing data.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI/SAP.

• Experience with material spectral signature generation or degradation modeling.
• Experience with uncertainty quantification or numerical optimization.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, interdisciplinary research environment.