Why Riverside Research Institute
FY2025 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filedSupports and conducts scientific research.
- The Institute engages in and supports scientific Research, on behalf of the u.s. Government and its agencies as well as the national Institute of health, on various classified and unclassified programs in a variety of areas including radar and cyber…$174.1M spent in FY2025
Before you apply
FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the orgAbout the role
The org's own posting, as writtenRiverside Overview Riverside Research is an independent National Security Nonprofit dedicated to research and development in the national interest. We provide high-end technical services, research and development, and prototype solutions to some of the country’s most challenging technical problems. All Riverside Research opportunities require U.S. Citizenship.
Position Overview
Riverside Research is seeking an experienced Exploitation Scientist / Data Scientist to lead the development, integration, and delivery of advanced GEOINT exploitation capabilities in Falls Church VA. This role combines deep expertise in sensor phenomenology, data science, analytical modeling, and exploitation tradecraft. The Senior Exploitation Scientist will guide multi-sensor workflows, design new analytic methods, mentor junior staff, and collaborate directly with government partners to enhance intelligence production for DoD and Intelligence Community missions.
Responsibilities
Lead multi-sensor exploitation efforts across EO, IR, SAR, multispectral, and specialized collections. Develop advanced analytic algorithms and models for detection, classification, change analysis, and multi-source data fusion. Apply data science methodologies , including statistical modeling, machine learning, and automation, to improve exploitation accuracy and efficiency. Conduct advanced image science analyses, sensor performance evaluations, and phenomenology-driven characterization . Design and refine data processing workflows , ensuring reproducibility, metadata consistency, and effective data governance.
Integrate AI/ML capabilities into exploitation pipelines while coordinating with engineering, R&D, and mission partners. Prepare and deliver technical briefings, analytical reports, and capability demonstrations to senior customers and stakeholders. Lead the development of SOPs, analytic standards, and technical documentation supporting multi-mission exploitation operations. Provide technical mentorship and guidance to analysts, data scientists, and junior exploitation personnel. Coordinate with collection managers, system developers, and intelligence stakeholders to optimize collection strategies, tasking, and analytical impact.
Ensure the timely delivery of mission-critical GEOINT products supporting operational and strategic decision-making. Perform other duties as assigned .
Qualifications
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or higher in Data Science, Remote Sensing, Image Science, Physics, Electrical Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience. 7+ years of experience in GEOINT exploitation, analytic modeling, advanced image science, or a related discipline. Strong proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar analytical programming languages . Experience developing machine learning and statistical models for imagery exploitation and intelligence workflows. Hands-on expertise with EO/GEOINT exploitation tools , including ENVI/IDL, ArcGIS, ERDAS, GDAL, or relevant…
About Riverside Research Institute
From its Form 990- Budget $286.6M · Medical Research
- Staff 895 · founded 1967
- Pays its leaders $259K–$1.1M (12 reported)
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