About the role

Muon Space is building a family of infrared imaging missions designed for global wildfire detection and monitoring, weather and cloud characterization, and space-based environmental monitoring. Muon's IR Data Products team builds the analytics system that processes the data from our spacecraft's custom multispectral imaging instruments into data products and analytics for diverse end-user stakeholders from these missions. We are seeking a Calibration Data Scientist to join the team to build out the on-orbit data calibration system.

In this role, the candidate will join Muon’s calibration team to develop calibration and image processing of the unique multi-spectral infrared data from several instrument variations in Muon’s IR missions. The calibration function has a mandate that spans both the FireSat Initial Operating Capability (IOC) commissioning and Muon's Space-Based Environmental Monitoring (SBEM) program. This role will join our calibration science team to advance the radiometric calibration and image processing methodology and operational implementation across Muon’s IR mission. In this role the candidate will collaborate with the IR Instrument team on pre-launch calibration activities, commission and calibrate newly launched instruments, and continuously improve the methods and implementation for operational missions on-orbit.

This position is hybrid and requires working on-site in our Denver, CO office three days per week.

Responsibilities

Advance radiometric calibration and image processing of the multispectral infrared imagery from Muon’s FireSat mission.
Build out the calibration program across Muon’s infrared missions.
Research and development to improve foundational data calibration and processing.
Implement and operate production pipelines for calibration and data processing.
Write production-ready code.
Work cross-functionally within the team and across Muon to design, build, and maintain operational services from Muon’s core remote sensing missions
Master new topics to meet program needs (measurement techniques, geospatial data engineering, software engineering, customer domain-specific implications)

Qualifications

PhD with 3+ years of industry experience; or MS with 6+ years industry experience; or BS +8 years industry experience
4+ years of experience calibrating imaging systems
Hands-on experience interpreting complex data from imaging instruments to improve data quality and instrument utility.
Demonstrated experience translating research code to production. You’ve either done this yourself, or worked closely with a team to make this leap.
Exceptional skills in python-based development and analysis
Strong statistical and mathematical skills
Ability to work with a distributed, interdisciplinary team (scientists, engineers, data support)
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced start up environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with mid-wave infrared instruments and mid-wave infrared data processing
Specific experience with satellite instruments on-orbit.
Deep knowledge of the science of remote sensing.
Experience with geospatial data processing
Familiarity with common geospatial data tooling and formats (e.g. XArray, COG, NetCDF)
Domain expertise in geospatial analytics
Familiarity with cloud-native systems (AWS, preferably)
Experience working with large datasets

Salary

The salary range for this role is $192,000 - $213,000.00, plus a competitive equity grant and comprehensive benefits package. Final compensation will be determined based on skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location as assessed during the interview process.

About Muon Space

Founded in 2021, Muon Space is an end-to-end Space Systems Provider that designs, builds, and operates LEO satellite constellations delivering mission-critical data. Our revolutionary, integrated technology stack enables customers to optimize every dimension of their missions for faster time-to-orbit and superior constellation remote sensing performance. Our state-of-the-art facility in the heart of Silicon Valley is optimized for manufacturing spacecraft and rapid, flexible payload integration at scale. From climate monitoring to national security, Muon Space is dedicated to delivering Earth Intelligence for a safer and more resilient world.