Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Via Logic LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Radar Signal Processing Engineer to research and develop advanced DSP algorithms. The role requires experience in radar modeling and digital processing with opportunities to grow in a diverse team. Candidates must have a relevant degree and experience, and be a US citizen willing to work on site.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in related fields or 6-10 years with an MS degree.
• Must be a US citizen and able to maintain a SECRET clearance.
• Experience with radar modeling, digital signal processing, and field testing.

Responsibilities

• Research and development of radar DSP algorithms.
• Simulate and analyze high-fidelity radar models.
• Integrate and field-test RF sensors and systems.

Skills

Signals and systems

Digital signal processing

Tracking algorithms

Electromagnetics

Matlab

Python

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field

MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Matlab

Python

C++

CUDA

Job description

Description

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Your greatest work is ahead!

Leidos’ Defense Systems Sensor Innovation Portfolio is seeking a Radar Signal Processing Engineer to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex sensor and radar orientated problems. This position affords new or experienced engineers continued opportunities to learn and grow in technical knowledge of sensor and radar systems. The department encourages and frequently incorporates new ideas from all employees into our many sensor projects which span the entire DoD ecosystem. Opportunities for advancement into senior technical roles, as well as project or personnel management are also available.

If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!

Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here.

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Primary Responsibilities

• Research and development of advanced digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms
• High-fidelity radar and RF modeling, simulation, and analysis. Related tool feature development and maintenance
• Integration and field testing of RF sensors and systems
• CONUS/OCONUS deployment of advanced sensor systems
• A variety of tasks related to signal processing, measurement tracker processing, system performance metrics, sensor simulation, or utility tools as part of larger efforts or customer goals will be assigned. In this role, your organizational skills will be paramount and managing multiple tasks while ensuring the work remains compatible with the group’s larger codebases.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree and 8-12 years of prior relevant experience from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field, or MS degree and 6-10 years of experience from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Must have excellent math skills and/or possess and show good fundamentals in one or more of the following:
• • Signals and systems
  • Digital signal processing
  • Tracking algorithms
  • Electromagnetics
• Must be able to apply one or more of the above skills to the areas of radar modeling & simulation, antenna array theory, digital signal processing, tracking, algorithm development, and field testing of sensor systems.
• Demonstrated experience in understanding, evaluating, and implementing published scientific literature from sources such as IEEE.
• Experience working with Matlab, Python, or similar scientific-based programming tools to implement math or science based phenomenology related to linear systems, digital signal processing, tracking, or electromagnetics is required.
• Good organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong technical background.
• Must be a US citizen, able to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance
• Candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville – North Alabama, AL, area. This is NOT a remote position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with demodulation and interpretation of GPS signals
• Experience in high performance computing languages such as C++ including CUDA
• Experience in development or operations of radar HWILs
• Experience with ADCs, DACs, clock distribution, or embedded systems
• Highly organized, demonstrating the ability to work independently at times due to fast-paced and highly productive work environment
• Experience working on any radar or communications related program or project
• Ability to create design documentation, requirements specifications, and other technical documentation
• MS degree from an ABET accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
• Relevant publications in listed technology areas

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.