Imagery Analyst (Data Annotation Specialist II) - Top Secret req'd

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We're seeking an Imagery Analyst to join our team supporting NGA mission needs. In this role, you'll combine tradecraft expertise with hands-on annotation to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of imagery datasets. Your work will directly contribute to both traditional imagery analysis workflows and the development of advanced AI/ML models that rely on high-quality annotated EO and SAR data.
Why Join Us?
This role is ideal for imagery analysts who enjoy both the precision of tradecraft and the practical application of data annotation. You'll be at the intersection of traditional analysis and modern AI/ML development, supporting mission-critical outcomes while helping shape the future of imagery exploitation.
What You'll Do

• Review, validate, and refine imagery annotations across EO, SAR, and other modalities.
• Apply imagery analysis tradecraft to manipulate imagery, identify specific object features, and flag anomalies or sensor artifacts.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure consistent labeling and classification standards.
• Provide analytic feedback to annotation guidelines and workflows.
• Utilize tools such as ArcGIS, QGIS, RemoteView, SOCET GXP, and other web-based labeling platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve annotation inconsistencies.
• Share best practices with junior analysts to strengthen overall team output.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and active Top Secret clearance.
• 3-5 years of experience in imagery analysis, annotation, or related geospatial/GEOINT tradecraft.
• Familiarity with multiple sensor modalities, NIIRS ratings, confidence levels, and other imagery exploitation tradecraft standards.
• Hands-on experience with EO and SAR imagery; ability to adapt analysis to sensor artifacts, resolution limits, or environmental interference.
• Proficiency in geospatial and imagery exploitation tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, RemoteView, SOCET GXP, etc.).
• Strong visual analysis skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NGA or DoD/IC mission requirements.
• Familiarity with imagery quality control methods and annotation workflows.
• Knowledge of softcopy keys and other imagery reference resources.
• Basic scripting or automation (Python, Jupyter, etc.) to support annotation efficiency.

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The base pay for this position within California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and for all other states is:
$70,000.00 - $100,000.00
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, health and welfare insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.maxar.com/careers/benefits
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