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Principal-Level Scientist - Satellite Sensor Science and Crosscutting Technology, Nottinghamshire
Client:
ERT
Location:
Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
0e221b840f6d
Job Views:
7
Posted:
03.03.2025
Expiry Date:
17.04.2025
Job Description:
Background
NOAA’s mission is to understand and predict changes in climate, weather, oceans, and coasts, and to conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources. Within NOAA, the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR) plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of environmental satellite measurements. These measurements are vital for forecasting the weather, environmental monitoring, and numerous other applications. STAR achieves this through rigorous calibration and validation processes, comparing satellite data with ground truth data and independent measurements.
The sensor science and crosscutting technology theme within STAR supports research and development for NOAA’s satellite sensor payloads, ensuring data quality and preparing for future instruments. This involves developing mathematical models and algorithms to interpret satellite measurements, enhancing our understanding of Earth's systems and their impact on weather and climate. STAR facilitates the transition of satellite data and technologies from research to applications, enabling end users to make informed decisions.
Position Description
ERT, Inc is seeking talented individuals interested in supporting work at the Center for Satellite Applications and Research (STAR). Duties include the following:
* Lead small teams of scientists and software/system engineers in successful performance of the task requirements.
* Work as part of collaborative teams to support the system/software design engineering and development of calibration tools and interfaces.
* Collaborate with STAR SDR teams as well as inter-Agency collaborations and international partners on the development and maintenance of instrument and data product quality monitoring systems. This will include:
o JPSS Satellite Instrument Cal/Val: Calibration and validation for instruments like the Advanced Technology Microwave Sounder (ATMS), Cross-track Infrared Sounder (CrIS), and others.
o Integrated Cal/Val System (ICVS): Daily monitoring of instrument health and performance.
o GOES Instrument Cal/Val: Support the GOES Calibration Working Group in operational calibration and anomaly investigation.
o Radio Occultation Cal/Val: Develop data processing algorithms and validate atmospheric profiles.
o MetOp Instrument Cal/Val: Support calibration of NOAA instruments on MetOp satellites.
o Non-NOAA Sensor Cal/Val: Assess and integrate non-NOAA sensors.
o Radiative Transfer Models (RTM): Support development of radiative transfer models.
o Small Spacecraft (SmallSat) Sensor Cal/Val: Calibrate and validate sensors on SmallSats.
o Data Assimilation: Evaluate the impact of satellite observations on weather forecasting.
o Space Weather Instrument Cal/Val: Support calibration of space weather instruments.
o Ocean Sensor Cal/Val: Calibrate ocean remote sensing instruments.
o Risk Reduction: Promote applied research to leverage next-generation satellite sensors.
* Integrate existing and developing codes relevant to instrument calibration, validation, and health status monitoring.
* Perform software development and system administration to ensure instrument and data product quality monitoring packages are functioning properly.
* Identify and quantify designed system goals, recommend creation of alternative system design concepts, and verify the design is properly built and integrated to the requirements.
Required Skills
* 11+ years of applied science, software engineering, and programming experience in satellite-related applications.
* Experience in instrument calibration and validation.
* Proficiency in at least two of the following programming languages on Unix/Linux platforms: FORTRAN, C/C++, Java, Python, IDL, MatLab.
* Experience with common data formats such as netCDF and HDF.
* Software configuration and system administration abilities are recommended.
* Knowledge of radiative transfer and/or AI/Machine Learning is a plus.
Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.
Education
At least a BS in atmospheric science, physical science, computer science, related discipline, or equivalent.
Benefits
All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits upon starting: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays.
ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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