Michele Kuester
Expert in absolute radiometric calibration for passive Earth observing sensors
- Role
- Fellow Engineer at Vantor
- Location
- Longmont, CO, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michele Kuester
I bring over two decades of experience in the multidisciplinary field of remote sensing, currently leading a world-class radiometric calibration program. As an expert in radiometric calibration for spaceborne, airborne, and field-based earth remote sensing sciences, I possess a deep knowledge of radiance-based remote sensing, radiative transfer, and atmospheric dynamics. My expertise extends to a comprehensive understanding of end-to-end optical systems, as well as significant experience in the design and management of advanced facilities.I excel in providing clear oversight and precise technical direction to complex projects, ensuring seamless execution and high-quality outcomes. My ability to balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on technical contributions enables me to drive innovation while maintaining operational excellence. With a proven track record of multitasking across diverse challenges, I am dedicated to delivering impactful results and advancing the field of remote sensing.
Experience
Fellow Engineer
Oct 2025 — Present · Longmont, CO, US
Absolute radiometric calibration and monitoring of Vantor EOS assets and radiometric product validation.
Education
Berklee College of Music
B.A., Music Production & Engineering
1988 — 1991
Cambridge University
Geophysical and Environmental Fluid Dynamics
2004 — 2004
University of Arizona
B.S., Physics
1999 — 2001
University of Arizona
M.A., Optical Sciences
2001 — 2002
University of Colorado Boulder
Ph. D., Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences
2003 — 2007
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Programming
- Airborne Remote Sensing Operations
- Testing
- Sensors
- Airborne
- Calibration
- Image Analysis
- Program Management
- Simulations
- Optical Engineering
- Research and Development (R&D)
- Characterization
- Problem Solving
- Fortran
- Physics
- Proposal Writing
- Science
- Optics
- Image Processing
- R&D
- Research
- Scientific Field Campaign Management
- Interferometry
- Lidar
- Mathematics
- Remote Sensing
- Idl
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