Riverside Research Institute
Senior Spectral Scientist/ Modeling Lead
2640 Hibiscus Way, Beavercreek, OH 45431
On-site · Full-time · $120k–$200k (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026
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Riverside 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 a Senior Spectral Scientist with experience in Optical & Infrared Spectral Modeling to lead development, sustainment, and validation of EO/IR spectral signature models for Department of War and Intelligence Community customers.
This position is located in Beavercreek, OH.
Responsibilities
- Lead development, validation, and sustainment of spectral signature models including EO/IR radiometric algorithms.
- Translate materials characterization datasets into physics-based models.
- Oversee development and integration of environmental correction models.
- Lead improvements to space weathering models incorporating material degradation physics.
- Validate models using laboratory measurements and synthetic test environments.
- Ensure interoperability between spectral models and spectral model databases.
- Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to modeling teams.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to government and internal stakeholders.
Qualifications
Required
- At least 8 years of experience in EO/IR spectral modeling, radiometry, or hyperspectral exploitation with a Ph.D. in Physics, Optical Sciences, Applied Mathematics, or similar field or equivalent work experience.
- Experience implementing and validating atmospheric correction models.
- Strong scientific programming skills (Python, MATLAB).
- Experience validating physical models using laboratory or remote sensing data.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
- U.S. Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI/SAP.
Desired
- Experience with material spectral signature generation or degradation modeling.
- Experience with uncertainty quantification or numerical optimization.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, interdisciplinary research environment.