Radar & Optics Research Assistant

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
401(k) Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Wellness Programs
Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Radar and Optics Applications Staff Assistant to support engineering analyses, design reviews, and specifications for upgrading tracking systems for DoE and other agencies.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, prototyping, and applying AI/ML to improve detection and testing. A strong team orientation and security-clearance readiness are required.

Qualifications

  • BS, MS or PhD degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field.
  • Proven experience in radar and optics applications.
  • Excellent communication skills for conveying technical material to scientists and non-scientists.
  • Self-disciplined work ethic and eagerness to tackle challenging research problems.
  • Strong desire to work in a team environment.
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in development and prototyping of radar and optical tracking systems, neuromorphic sensor systems, radar transponders, and advanced sensor fusion technologies.
  • Apply AI/ML to improve detection and identification of radar and optical tracking systems and analyze results to inform decisions.

Skills

Radar systems
Excellent communication
Team collaboration
Security clearance

Education

Electrical/Computer Eng

Tools

RF prototyping
AI/ML tools

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Radar and Optics Applications Staff Assistant to support engineering analyses, design reviews, and specifications for upgrading tracking systems for DoE and other agencies.

The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, prototyping, and applying AI/ML to improve detection and testing. A strong team orientation and security-clearance readiness are required.

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