Senior Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks a Radar Signal Processing Engineer to develop and prototype signal-processing algorithms for next-generation radar systems, including digital-array technology and software-defined radios.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge waveform design, advanced mathematics, and close collaboration with sponsors; travel up to 5% and eligibility for TS/SCI clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a closely related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience developing, modeling, or analyzing radar, sensor, or signal-processing systems.
• Strong foundation in digital signal processing and related mathematical concepts, such as Fourier analysis, statistical signal processing, detection and estimation theory, and linear algebra.
• Experience with phased-array radar concepts and one or more advanced signal-processing techniques, such as adaptive beamforming, space-time adaptive processing (STAP), waveform design, detection/estimation, or electronic protection.
• Strong MATLAB programming skills and experience developing or using modeling and simulation tools to analyze complex systems.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time as needed.
• Hold an active Secret security clearance and be eligible to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype system-level concepts for next-generation radar and electronic-w warfare systems, emphasizing digital-array technology.
• Develop waveforms and signal-processing techniques for improved sensing performance in congested and contested environments, while accounting for practical implementation constraints.
• Conduct sponsor-funded trade studies in phased-array radar and electronic protection using internally developed M&S tools. Formulate scientific approaches, interpret findings, and document and present results.
• Have opportunities to serve as a principal investigator (PI) and technical lead for sponsor-funded research and development efforts, guiding technical strategy, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and communicating results to sponsors and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with group members to conduct demonstration efforts and data collections, process collected data, and evaluate technique effectiveness in relevant environments.

Skills

Radar signal processing

MATLAB

Phased-array radar

C/C++ programming

Security clearance

U.S. citizenship

Travel readiness

Mathematical foundations

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree (PhD) in EE

Tools

MATLAB

Modeling & Simulation tools

Python

C/C++

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks a Radar Signal Processing Engineer to develop and prototype signal-processing algorithms for next-generation radar systems, including digital-array technology and software-defined radios.

The role emphasizes cutting-edge waveform design, advanced mathematics, and close collaboration with sponsors; travel up to 5% and eligibility for TS/SCI clearance are required.