OPIR Scientist (Senior)

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Advisor with deep expertise in Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) applications. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of OPIR tasking, processing, exploitation, and dissemination (TPED), along with a strong understanding of OPIR mission workflows, organizations, and research communities. This role plays a pivotal part in shaping next-generation OPIR software capabilities for national security missions.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level subject matter expertise to guide the architecture, design, and implementation of OPIR-focused software systems and analytical applications.
• Evaluate system design documents, user interface prototypes, and software artifacts to ensure technical soundness and operational suitability for OPIR missions.
• Participate in sprint reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and formal design reviews with a focus on OPIR system integration, data processing, and analytic performance.
• Support government stakeholders by reviewing and validating contractor performance against OPIR-specific technical, analytical, and operational objectives.
• Ensure that new and evolving software capabilities align with OPIR mission requirements, operational workflows, and emerging needs of the OPIR analysis and research communities.

Required Qualifications

• Active TS-SCI clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly.
• Senior-level knowledge of OPIR systems, missions, and applications.
• Direct experience with OPIR TPED processes, including tasking, data processing, exploitation, and dissemination.
• Strong understanding of OPIR data systems, sensor operating modes, processing methodologies, and analytic toolchains.
• High-level knowledge of OPIR system architectures and end-to-end software workflows supporting data processing, analysis, and visualization.
• Experience working with OPIR research or operational communities, including mission partners, program offices, or analytic organizations.
• Ability to review complex technical documentation and provide expert guidance to ensure mission alignment and operational relevance.
• Strong communication skills and experience interacting with government stakeholders, technical teams, and development organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting IC or DoD space-based sensing programs.
• Familiarity with agile development processes and software evaluation practices.
• Experience with multi-INT integration or space-domain awareness systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or related field (Master's preferred and PhD Desired)
• 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
• MA/MS degree with 13+ years of relevant experience, OR BA/BS degree with 15+ years of relevant experience in a discipline aligned with the position's responsibilities.

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.