Lead Radar Signal Processing Scientist

STR; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 206,000 - 284,000; Full time

Job summary

STR's Space Missions and Sensing (SMS) Sector's mission is to develop and apply innovative technology to space-based sensing, space control, and counter-sensing. The SCS team leads in electronic warfare technologies, delivering prototypes and real-world demonstrations of capabilities.

As a Principal Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher, you will develop state-of-the-art algorithms for signal detection, classification, autonomous sensor planning, and radar EW, leading a team to create and

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• PhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience on EW or Radar programs, including development of sensor system modes and advanced signal- and data-processing algorithms from derivation through testing.
• 2+ years in two or more areas: RF/radar signal processing, optimization, waveform design, electronic warfare, machine learning, adaptive signal processing, modeling & simulation, and systems engineering.
• Excellent communicator with ability to tailor technical briefs to executives and customers.
• Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
• Strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage directly with customers to understand requirements and national security needs, shaping solutions.
• Design and apply cutting-edge signal processing and machine learning techniques for radar and RF sensing and counter-sensing challenges.
• Collaborate with diverse teams to deploy prototype systems that demonstrate extended capabilities.
• Lead and inspire multi-disciplinary teams, guiding them toward success with technical expertise and leadership.
• Drive business development initiatives and support proposal writing efforts for future projects.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

EW/Radar experience

Signal processing

Machine learning

Leadership

Communication skills

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Education

PhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

STR's Space Missions and Sensing (SMS) Sector's mission is to develop and apply innovative technology to space-based sensing, space control, and counter-sensing. The SCS team leads in electronic warfare technologies, delivering prototypes and real-world demonstrations of capabilities.

As a Principal Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher, you will develop state-of-the-art algorithms for signal detection, classification, autonomous sensor planning, and radar EW, leading a team to create and