PhD Radar & ML Scientist - Advanced Sensor Systems

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits including education assistance

Flexible work/life balance

Vibrant workplace culture

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is looking for enthusiastic PhD graduates in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar to advance sensor technology for national defense. Ideal candidates will be involved in innovative research in RF and signal processing.

This position offers a competitive salary range from $105,000 to $245,000 annually and excellent benefits. Join a diverse team working on critical challenges for the U.S. Navy and other defense sponsors.

Qualifications

• PhD degree with a GPA above 3.5.
• Familiarity with Python or Matlab.
• Strong foundation in signal processing and/or electromagnetic theory.

Responsibilities

• Analyze live tactical sensor data with a cross-disciplinary team.
• Identify and solve problems impacting mission requirements.
• Develop machine learning algorithms to solve real-world problems.

Skills

Signal processing

Electrical Engineering

Electromagnetics

Python

Matlab

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics or similar

Tools

Git

GitLab

Jira

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is looking for enthusiastic PhD graduates in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar to advance sensor technology for national defense. Ideal candidates will be involved in innovative research in RF and signal processing.

This position offers a competitive salary range from $105,000 to $245,000 annually and excellent benefits. Join a diverse team working on critical challenges for the U.S. Navy and other defense sponsors.