Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Scientist

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level expertise to guide the architecture, design, and implementation of OPIR-relevant software systems and applications.
• Assess system design documents, user interface prototypes, and software artifacts to ensure suitability for operational OPIR missions.
• Participate in sprint reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and formal design reviews with a focus on OPIR system integration and analytic effectiveness.
• Support government stakeholders by validating contractor performance against OPIR-specific technical and operational objectives.
• Ensure that software capabilities align with current and emerging requirements from the OPIR mission and analytic communities.
• Implement machine learning models and experience with Python for automated data processing
• Build and deploy web-based applications to support mission critical intelligence workflows
• Apply materials science familiarity to analyze and characterize weapon system components and signatures
• Brief leadership and stakeholders on technical findings and analytical assessments
• Design, optimize, and manage databases for intelligence data storage, retrieval, and analysis
• Conduct instrumentation analysis to validate sensor performance and measurement accuracy
• Leverage weapon systems knowledge to support threat assessment and technical intelligence analysis

Requirements

• TS/SCI clearance (will need to obtain a CI Poly)
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• 13 years of experience and a MA/MS degree; or 15 years of relevant work experience and a BA/BS degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with OPIR data systems, processing pipelines, and exploitation workflows
• 10–15 years of experience in software/system engineering with direct involvement in DoD or IC mission systems

Why Work for Us?

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing