Geophysicist III

5w1 month ago

ENSCO, Inc.

Chantilly, US · Full-time · $72,821 – $131,331

About this role

ENSCO is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Geophysicist to join our team, supporting projects related to geophysical data collection, analysis, and modeling. This role focuses on applications in underground facility characterization, Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) threat analysis, and other national security initiatives.

Day-to-day responsibilities include data acquisition, test development, digital signal processing, and geophysical modeling and interpretation. You will work with multiple sensor types including seismic, acoustic, acceleration, electromagnetic, and ground-penetrating radar (GPR) sensors, analyzing large, multimodal datasets.

You will join a team of dedicated professionals passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) missions. The work environment is dynamic, requiring effective collaboration to achieve overall program objectives.

At ENSCO, you will contribute to impactful projects that directly support national security and scientific advancement. This position offers the opportunity to apply advanced technologies for mission success across ground, air, space, and information systems domains.

Requirements

BS degree in a physical science or related discipline (e.g., Geophysics, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Experience in data acquisition and test development
Advanced skills in digital signal processing, data processing, geophysical modeling, and interpretation
Hands-on experience in algorithm development and machine learning applications for geophysical data
Experience working with multiple sensor types including seismic, acoustic, acceleration, electromagnetic, and GPR sensors
Proficiency in scientific programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, R, or C/C++
Must have a current SECRET security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain TOP SECRET/SCI; must be a U.S. citizen

Responsibilities

Support projects related to geophysical data collection, analysis, and modeling
Perform data acquisition and test development for field operations
Apply advanced skills in digital signal processing, geophysical modeling, and interpretation
Develop algorithms and apply machine learning for geophysical data analysis
Work with multiple sensor types including seismic, acoustic, acceleration, electromagnetic, and GPR sensors
Analyze large, multimodal datasets from a variety of sensors
Develop test procedures and write technical reports
Document field activities, equipment status, and test procedures

Benefits

Contribute to impactful projects that directly support national security and scientific advancement
Join a team of dedicated professionals passionate about solving complex challenges
Work on innovative solutions for Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community (IC) missions
Opportunity to apply advanced technologies for mission success across ground, air, space, and information systems