Radar Signal Processing Engineer — Lead Next-Gen Systems
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
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Job summary
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks an experienced Radar Signal Processing Engineer to advance radar systems, including digital-array technology. You will develop, prototype, and transition signal-processing algorithms and waveforms for ISR&T applications in a rigorous modeling environment.
The role emphasizes strong DSP and math, MATLAB proficiency, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or higher in a closely related technical field.
- 5+ years of experience developing, modeling, or analyzing radar/sensor/signal-processing systems.
- Strong foundation in DSP and related math (Fourier, STAP, estimation, linear algebra).
- Experience with phased-array radar concepts and advanced signal-processing techniques.
- Strong MATLAB skills and modeling/simulation tool experience.
- Willingness to travel up to 5% as needed.
- US citizenship with eligibility for TS/SCI clearance and hold an active Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and prototype system-level concepts for next‑gen radar and EW systems, emphasizing digital-array technology.
- Design waveforms and signal-processing techniques for improved sensing in congested environments with practical constraints.
- Conduct sponsor-funded trade studies in phased-array radar and electronic protection using internal M&S tools; document results.
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The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD seeks an experienced Radar Signal Processing Engineer to advance radar systems, including digital-array technology. You will develop, prototype, and transition signal-processing algorithms and waveforms for ISR&T applications in a rigorous modeling environment.
The role emphasizes strong DSP and math, MATLAB proficiency, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
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