Senior Scientific Advisor

Responsibilities

• Active TS-SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain a CI poly
• Provide technical analysis and advisory support for specialized research, engineering, and mission operations initiatives.
• Carry out high-level system analysis, design, integration, documentation, and implementation assessments for complex technical problems.
• Compile and review current USSF needs that require GEOINT data and information.
• Coordinate with client and partner organizations, including NRO (R&T, SAO, CPSO), USSF, USSPACECOM, and other stakeholders, to identify high-priority mission needs.
• Assess current and future systems in acquisition or development that may address identified GEOINT requirements.
• Identify capability gaps and evaluate the technical maturity of potential solutions.
• Develop recommendations to inform future community asset acquisition and investment decisions.
• Perform trade studies and technical assessments to support system design reviews, product quality evaluations, and performance characterization.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of multiple phenomenologies
• Working knowledge of satellites and space systems
• Working knowledge of orbital mechanics
• Experience contributing to Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) or other technical space and/or GEOINT studies
• Familiarity with commercial GEOINT capabilities and their integration into U.S. Government environments
• Familiarity with existing Intelligence Community (IC) and Department of Defense GEOINT capabilities and future plans
• Familiarity with the requirements development process

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