Remote Sensing Engineer, Measurement Physics, Space Observation M/F

Magellium (Artal Group), with its 300 employees, is an independent company specialized in remote sensing from satellite and drone sensors with applications in Earth observation systems, cartography, and geointelligence. The company fosters expertise in space technologies, software development, signal processing, and geomatics, positioning itself as a key player in these fields.

As part of its Earth observation activities (earthobservation.magellium.com), Magellium plays a key role in major programs led by European space and operational agencies. The company The company is actively involved in satellite observation projects and scientific studies requiring expertise in remote sensing, measurement physics, atmospheric corrections, and geophysical parameter retrieval algorithms.

Magellium's work covers a broad range of applications, including low- and high-resolution optical imaging, imaging radiometers, spectro-imagers, and atmospheric sounders. This expertise supports space agencies such as CNES, ESA, and EUMETSAT, as well as projects focused on the interpretation and application of spatial data, including Copernicus services. Activities include performance assessments, sensitivity analyses, sensor calibration, and the fusion of data from multiple satellite missions.

Magellium is also involved in algorithmic studies and the prototyping of data processing solutions in scientific contexts, often in collaboration with research laboratories. The goal is to develop operational solutions for space mission ground segments and services based on space data exploitation. These activities demand both high scientific rigor and strict adherence to methodologies aligned with space industry standards.

This role within the "Earth Observation" unit involves leading and executing studies and projects focused on measurement physics — specifically in radiative transfer, atmospheric correction, atmospheric parameter inversion, and in-flight radiometric calibration — applied to multispectral and hyperspectral sensors.

Key responsibilities include :

• Conducting scientific studies and prototyping solutions

• Analyzing and defining methods and algorithms, and designing scientific processing chains

• Utilizing and mastering tools and models, such as inverse models and radiative transfer models

• Preparing technical documentation, including reports, specifications, manuals, and scientific publications

• Presenting results in project meetings and at scientific conferences

• Leading and maintaining thematic relationships with research laboratories, French and European partners, and industry stakeholders to foster collaboration

• Identifying and proposing new development opportunities

• Performing bibliographic research and technology watch

• Leading projects or studies within the relevant domains

• Contributing to responses for calls for tenders

PhD holder, with a strong academic background and at least 3 years of experience in Earth observation, specifically in measurement physics (radiative transfer, atmospheric corrections, atmospheric parameter inversion) applied to multispectral and hyperspectral optics.

Proven experience in a scientific laboratory involved in Earth observation for space missions, with experience in publishing and presenting at scientific conferences, is a real advantage.

Required Skills :

• Strong foundation in applied mathematics, statistics, and image processing

• In-depth knowledge of remote sensing, space observation, particularly optical missions

• Expertise in measurement physics, atmospheric physics, geophysical measurements, along with their applications

• Statistical methods and uncertainty calculations for satellite data calibration and multi-mission or satellite/in-situ data comparison

• Knowledge in  radiative transfer models

• Experience with geophysical parameter retrieval from spaceborne data

• Autonomy in implementing high-performance computing tools for studies and prototyping in an industrial environment

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Matlab, and IDL

Additional Skills :

• Strong oral and written English communication skills

• Ability to write technical and scientific documents in English

• Adaptability and willingness to quickly learn new technical subjects

• Creativity, curiosity, rigor, and autonomy

• Passion for scientific domains

• Interest in Earth sciences and environmental studies

• Strong teamwork skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, clarity, and reliability

• Sense of responsibility and commitment

At Magellium, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our operations and deeply embedded in our values. We respect the diversity of our employees, their experiences, backgrounds, and abilities, and we offer equal opportunities to all. Different yet competent—together we succeed !