Radar & ML Signal Processing Scientist (PhD)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Education assistance

Retirement contributions

Work/life balance

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking motivated PhD graduates in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields to join a team focused on advanced Radio Frequency and signal-processing research. The role involves working on innovative sensor technologies to support national defense.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset, contributing to crucial projects that protect service members. A generous benefits package and vibrant work culture are offered, with a minimum salary of $105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Have a PhD degree in a relevant technical field with a GPA above 3.5.
• Some familiarity with Python, Matlab, or equivalent, and modern development processes.
• Strong understanding of signal processing and electromagnetic theory.
• Ability to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze live tactical sensor data with a cross-disciplinary team.
• Build and apply modeling and simulation tools to large data sets.
• Develop physics-based simulations for radar and electronic warfare system performance.
• Solve real-world problems affecting sensor performance.

Skills

Signal processing

Electromagnetic theory

Machine learning

Python

Matlab

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields

Tools

Git

GitLab

Jira

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory is seeking motivated PhD graduates in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields to join a team focused on advanced Radio Frequency and signal-processing research. The role involves working on innovative sensor technologies to support national defense.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset, contributing to crucial projects that protect service members. A generous benefits package and vibrant work culture are offered, with a minimum salary of $105,000 annually.