Radar Algorithms Engineer

MORSE Corp; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance with flexibility

Job summary

A small, employee-owned company seeks a Radar Algorithms Engineer in Seattle, WA. The role involves developing radar algorithms for advanced tools used in the U.S. National Security Ecosystem. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. or M.S. in a relevant field, strong skills in Python, and a robust background in physics and statistics. The salary ranges from $90,000 to $210,000 USD, with additional benefits including medical insurance and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Strong background in physics, mathematics, and statistics with experience in radar algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own radar algorithms throughout their lifecycle.
• Simulate and validate algorithmic performance using dynamic systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of algorithms into software solutions.

Skills

Python for algorithm and software development

Physics

Mathematics

Statistics

Radar algorithms and simulations

Education

Ph.D. or M.S. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field

Tools

Software-defined radio (SDR)

Job description

Radar Algorithms Engineer

MORSE Corp is a small, employee‑owned company based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA. We develop cutting‑edge radar algorithms and software solutions for the U.S. National Security Ecosystem.

Job Summary

As a Radar Algorithms Engineer at MORSE, you will develop novel radar, physics, and statistical models for advanced tools used by the U.S. National Security Ecosystem. Your role will cover the full algorithm development lifecycle, from conception and design to deployment and testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own radar algorithms throughout their lifecycle, including conception, development, documentation, deployment, and testing.
• Process and analyze raw radar data, focusing on IQ‑Samples.
• Simulate and validate algorithmic performance using dynamic systems.
• Present technical work through white papers, analytical test reports, and oral presentations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless integration of algorithms into software solutions.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
• Proficiency in Python for algorithm and software development.
• Strong background in physics, mathematics, and statistics with experience in radar algorithms and simulations.
• Background in RF applications, with experience in software‑defined radio (SDR) preferred.
• Experience with radar systems, including continuous‑wave (CW) radar, Doppler radar, and pulsed radar.
• Experience with multi‑frequency continuous radar (MFCW) or multimodular radar is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of the differences between pulsed radar and CW radar.

Compensation

Salary range: $90,000 USD – $210,000 USD. Total compensation may include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Benefits

We value work‑life balance with flexibility and a comprehensive benefits package for employees and families.