Radar Systems R&D Engineer – Onsite Neuromorphic DSP

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks motivated Systems Research and Development Engineers to advance signal processing for radar-based data products. On-site in State College, PA with occasional travel to remote locations, joining the MSAD team to push cutting-edge computing techniques for defense applications.

You will develop and validate signal processing algorithms, collaborate with engineers and military personnel, and research new techniques using

Qualifications

• Experience with data analytics/manipulation.
• Strong foundation in statistical signal processing, including spectral analysis, filtering, and detection/estimation theory.
• Proficiency in Python or C++.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop signal processing algorithms – design, implement, and validate algorithms to be deployed on neuromorphic chips.
• Collaborate with senior engineers, scientists, and military personnel to define problems and integrate expertise from multiple disciplines.
• Research new approaches and evaluate techniques for solving complex signal processing problems.
• Execute analyses to evaluate algorithm performance, data quality, and feasibility using radar and simulated data.
• Understand deployed systems to develop capabilities that enhance system performance.
• Deliver and transition results – communicate findings to stakeholders, scientists, and software engineers.
• Contribute to technical documentation – memos, reports, white papers, and study plans.
• For higher-level roles: lead defined tasks, develop new techniques, train juniors, monitor budgets, contribute to proposals.

Skills

Python

C++

Data analytics

Signal processing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Tools

Git

Jira

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks motivated Systems Research and Development Engineers to advance signal processing for radar-based data products. On-site in State College, PA with occasional travel to remote locations, joining the MSAD team to push cutting-edge computing techniques for defense applications.

You will develop and validate signal processing algorithms, collaborate with engineers and military personnel, and research new techniques using