Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Scientist
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Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) Scientist
Location
Springfield, Virginia, United States
Experience
Senior
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Job Location
Springfield, Virginia, United States
Tracking Code
1352-383
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
This position requires senior-level knowledge of Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) applications. The ideal candidate will have direct experience in the tasking, processing, exploitation, and dissemination (TPED) of OPIR data, as well as a working familiarity with the broader OPIR analysis and research community, including its organizations, mission requirements, and operational workflows. The candidate must possess strong knowledge of OPIR data systems, sensor operating modes, and processing methodologies, along with a high-level understanding of system architectures and analytic toolchains. In this role, you will serve as a lead technical advisor supporting the design, development, and fielding of OPIR-focused software capabilities. You will review technical deliverables and ensure that proposed architectures and solutions meet the operational demands of OPIR sensing, data processing, analysis, and visualization. This role is critical to ensuring that OPIR capabilities are delivered in a manner that is technically sound, operationally relevant, and aligned with the evolving needs of national security missions.
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
This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.
Requirements:
TS/SCI (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?
Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.
We offer:
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
Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.
Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
*Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.
Salary Currency
USD
Salary Type
Annually
Key Responsibilities
- Guide the architecture, design, and implementation of OPIR-relevant software systems.
- Assess system design documents and software artifacts for operational suitability.
- Participate in sprint reviews and technical interchange meetings.
- Validate contractor performance against OPIR-specific technical objectives.
- Implement machine learning models and use Python for automated data processing.
- Build and deploy web-based applications for mission-critical intelligence workflows.
- Design and manage databases for intelligence data storage and retrieval.
- Conduct instrumentation analysis to validate sensor performance.
- Brief leadership and stakeholders on technical findings and analytical assessments.
Requirements
- Degree in Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- or related field
- MA/MS degree with 13 years of experience
- BA/BS degree with 15 years of relevant work experience
Skills Required
OPIR data systemsProcessing pipelinesExploitation workflowsPythonMachine learningSoftware engineeringSystem engineeringDatabase managementWeb application developmentInstrumentation analysisTechnical leadershipStakeholder managementCommunicationProblem solving
Benefits
- 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Unlimited access to training and certifications
- Tuition assistance
- Paid parental leave
- PTO that grows with tenure
- Generous holiday schedules
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