Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. They are seeking a Senior Applied Scientist, Geospatial to bridge the gap between scientific principles and market-ready data products, focusing on electro-optical and infrared geospatial imagery data applications.
Responsibilities
- Conduct first-principles scientific and technical analysis to formulate hypotheses for remote sensing electro-optical and infrared imagery data applications and novel use cases
- Perform feasibility studies, literature reviews, and trade studies to support development of early-stage mission and data concepts
- Analyze and manipulate pixel-level geospatial and spectral datasets to extract unique insights and validate new mission concepts
- Develop and generate prototype electro-optical and infrared imagery products and sample intelligence products that demonstrate unique capabilities of Muon’s systems
- Support customer discovery and engagement efforts, translating operational pain points and needs into technical requirements and derived data solutions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, business development, and engineering teams to identify and develop new markets, products, and technologies
- Support creation of technical proposals and white papers that articulate the differentiation and mission utility of Muon’s offerings
Skills
- B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Physics, Remote Sensing, Earth Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical/scientific field
- 5+ years of experience in geospatial research, analysis, and imagery data product development
- Strong foundation in scientific first principles, including geospatial imagery analysis, spectral science, optical systems, and physics-based remote sensing
- Background in infrared, multispectral, hyperspectral, or similar remote sensing phenomenologies
- Demonstrated proficiency in programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB, Julia) for advanced image processing and geospatial analysis
- Proven experience working directly with geospatial tools and manipulating raw, pixel-level data
- Strategic and creative mindset with the ability to reason through novel, ambiguous problems without established 'cookbooks'
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences
- Strong collaborative skills for working across disciplines like data engineering, satellite operations, and mission architecture
- Active security clearance or ability to obtain one for national security mission support
- Experience working with IC/DoW missions and end-users on the application of geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) products
- Familiarity with early-stage business development and discovery processes
- Experience with experimental AI/ML frameworks applied to remote sensing datasets
- Familiarity with space systems development, especially satellite remote sensing
Benefits
- Equity compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- A 401k retirement plan
- Short & long term disability and life insurance
- Three weeks paid vacation for new employees
- 12 paid holidays
- Unlimited sick time
- Paid parental leave
Company Overview
Muon Space is a space systems company that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations for earth intelligence missions. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Mountain View, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.muonspace.com.