Imagery Scientist (SAR)

leidos· 00100 LEIDOS, INC.
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📍 Springfield, VAFull time💰 USD 116K–210K

About this role

Leidos has an exciting opportunity for an Expert Level Exploitation Specialist/Imagery Scientist (SAR) - to join our team in Springfield, VA.

Our ideal candidate will be able to :

  • Conduct applied image processing and advanced analysis of radar imagery, including both literal image interpretation and non-literal analysis.
  • Support the development of analysis techniques of radar imagery for new signature and methodology development.
  • Collect data and perform data analysis.
  • Perform ad hoc analysis and present results in a clear manner.
  • Communicate complex quantitative analysis in a clear, precise and actionable manner using storytelling/visualization.
  • Create/deploy/maintain automated workflows and processing pipelines
  • Create/deploy/maintain tools to extract features, data, and metadata from a variety of sources.
  • Write/maintain Python scripts to improve efficiency of the production process.
  • Contribute to customer organization mentorship and training on related phenomenology, processing, tools, and tradecraft.
  • Collaborate with external mission partner organizations as needed to support customer mission & analytic goals.

Skills and Experience:

Basic Qualifications

  • Typically requires a BA degree and 8 – 12 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 6 – 10 years of prior relevant experience.
  • BS in image science, remote sensing, earth science, etc.
  • Expert knowledge & skill processing & exploiting SAR data.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to be approved for a CI Poly

Preferred Qualifications

  • Formal training & experience in remote sensing/earth science/etc.
  • IDL/Java/C++/VB/MATLAB/R/other.
  • APIs.
  • Advanced degree.
  • Proficiency in Google Earth Engine, ESRI ARC Services, Tableau, Web Services Development and ArcGIS. 

#GEOINTMISSION

 #NSBA

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

August 7, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Imagery Scientist (SAR) role at leidos?
The listed salary for this Imagery Scientist (SAR) position at leidos is USD 116K–210K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Imagery Scientist (SAR) position at leidos located?
This Imagery Scientist (SAR) role at leidos is based in Springfield, VA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Imagery Scientist (SAR) role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Imagery Scientist (SAR) role in the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos.
Which team or department does the Imagery Scientist (SAR) at leidos belong to?
This Imagery Scientist (SAR) position is part of the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Imagery Scientist (SAR) position at leidos?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to leidos's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Imagery Scientist (SAR) job at leidos posted?
This Imagery Scientist (SAR) position at leidos was posted on Aug 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Imagery Scientist (SAR)
leidos · 💰 USD 116K–210K
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