Image Processing Scientist

Description

Job Description:

In today’s world we are bombarded constantly by images of the world around us. At Leidos we try to make sense of all the imagery using advanced signal processing algorithms. At our San Diego office, we have a dedicated and experienced team of scientists devoted to squeezing the last bit of information from every pixel, and we seek a candidate with an interest in algorithm research, development, and implementation, who also possesses a strong scientific curiosity and desire to learn new things. Leidos is an employee-friendly company with a strong benefit package, flexible working hours, and a collegial atmosphere. Come join our team!

Primary Responsibilities

• Sever as technical lead on large and complex projects
• Develop innovative image processing algorithms for noise reduction, and signal detection
• Conduct data analysis using a large and growing collection of remote sensing imagery
• Prepare and present briefings to executive leadership and customers
• Mentor and coach technical staff and team members

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field with 15+ years of prior relevant experience or PhD with 13 + years of prior relevant experience.
• Knowledge and mastery of scientific algorithm development, large dataset analysis, complex phenomenology, detection and characterization, and efficient software implementation.
• Proven track record of innovation, problem solving, and achieving technical results
• Fluency in MATLAB, Python, or similar high-level language
• Ability and desire to learn new concepts
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience programming in C/C++
• Experience with image registration and optimization techniques

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Covid Guidance

In order to enter Leidos facilities in the U.S. and to attend Leidos events outside our facilities, employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 or maintain proof of a negative COVID-19 test within 96 hours of entry. In addition, we are receiving guidance from certain customers that onsite contractor personnel will need to be fully vaccinated to access customer facilities. If you are not vaccinated, please consider getting your COVID-19 vaccination as soon as possible. If you have any questions, please contact your Talent Acquisition POC. 

About Leidos

Leidos is a Fortune 500® technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, civil, and health markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $13.7 billion for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.