Photogrammetrist

Program Overview

Peraton is prime contractor for an IC customer on a program which includes support to a Test Center mission, test tool automation & development, and image quality services.

About The Role

Se eking a motivated PHOTOGRAMMETRIST to support product evaluations, quality studies, and new product initializations. The c andidate should have a working understanding and practical application of modeling geometric components of the image collection path to fully assess the geolocation and mensuration accuracy of a system. Imaging systems could include electrical-optical, RADAR , LIDAR , OPIR, h yperspectral and/or multispectral on board space or airborne platforms. Familiarity with current GEOINT systems, products and development, as well as an understanding and applicable knowledge of exploitation and mensuration software will be needed to perform photogrammetric tasks . The candidate will work within an existing team to complete tasks as prioritized by government customers. Good communication and team work is necessary. A history of delivering results is critical to success.

The specific sub-tasks and activities to be performed include, but are not limited to:

• Geolocation and mensuration accuracy assessments , specifically quantifying error estimates

• Modeling geometric collection path to trace the exact location of a point on the ground to the pixel location on an image

• Performing baseline assessment of system performance to support sensor initialization

• Responding to detected errors and artifacts by recommending possible causes and corrective actions

Qualifications

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Required Experience/Education:

• Must have a minimum of a Top Secret clearance and willing to upgrade clearance to TS/SCI and sit for and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers request- Contract requires TS/SCI with poly.
• Bachelor or Advanced Degree in Image Science, Engineering, Math, or Physics
• 8+ years of Geolocation and mensuration assessment experience with a BS; 6+ years of experience with a MS
• Applied knowledge of sensor imaging systems, products, and exploitation processes
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with emphasis on briefing to obtain decisions and solve technical issues
• Contributing to and reviewing test planning, analysis, and report writing
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn, solve problems and perform in a dynamic work environment
• Track record of delivering results

Preferred Skillset:

• Understanding and application of image quality standards (e.g. NIIRS), scales, metrics and image quality equations.
• Knowledge of National System for Geospatial-Intelligence (NSG) tasking, collection, processing, exploitation and dissemination (TCPED) image chain
• ASPRS membership or professional certificate

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.