Senior Research Scientist

Radiance Technologies, Inc.

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Wright-Patt AFB, OH - NASIC Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted May 14, 2026 Last posted May 14, 2026
Job description

Radiance is seeking a Senior Research Scientist who will continue advancement of data processing techniques and algorithms designed to exploit Electro-Optical (EO), Infrared (IR), and Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) data. The candidate will support sensor data analysis functions through the development and improvement of techniques and procedures for the detection, tracking, and Automatic Target Recognition (ATR) of targets within data collected from sensors. Radiance Technologies is an employee-owned company with benefits that are unmatched by most companies in the Dayton OH area. Employee ownership, generous 401K, full health/dental/life/vision insurance benefits, interesting assignments, educational reimbursement, competitive salaries, and a pleasant work environment combine to make Radiance Technologies a great place to work and succeed.

Job Duties

  • Design and develop image and signal processing techniques to solve complex EO/IR and SAR ATR sensing challenges.

  • Perform R&D to enhance performance of detection, tracking and ATR algorithms on remotely sensed data.

  • Collaborate with teams to develop and deploy capabilities to prototype Near Real Time (NRT) systems.

  • Provide input to analysis reports and briefings on algorithm enhancement and tool development.

Required Skills

  • Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages Python, Matlab, C/C++.

  • Experience and understanding of EO/IR/RF signature, ATR, and ML methods specific to remote sensing applications.

  • Working knowledge of state of the art ML techniques for performing detection, tracking, and ATR.

  • Understanding and ability to work independently and in an R&D and data analysis environment.

  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

Required Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance

  • MS in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline.

Desired Qualifications

  • Active TS//SCI Clearance with CI Poly

  • PhD in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline.

Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

About this role

Summary

Develop algorithms for EO/IR/SAR data processing, detection, tracking, and ATR in R&D environment

Job title

Senior Research Scientist

Experience level

not specified

Industry

defense

Location requirements

Wright-Patt AFB, OH, on-site, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PythonMatlabC/C++EO/IR/RF signatureATRML

Preferred skills

TS//SCI ClearancePhDdata analysis

Specializations

EOIRSARATRremote sensing
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH, USA

On-site City