Senior Radar Signal Processing Engineer – Secret Clearance

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

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an experienced Radar Signal Processing Engineer to contribute to next-generation radar systems. You will develop and prototype signal-processing algorithms, wavesforms, and control strategies using modeling and simulation tools for ISR&T applications.

The role requires a Master’s in a related field, 5+ years of experience in radar or DSP, and strong MATLAB skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in radar, sensor, or signal-processing systems.
• Strong foundation in DSP and related math like Fourier analysis and linear algebra.
• Experience with phased-array radar concepts and advanced DSP techniques.
• Strong MATLAB skills and experience with modelling/simulation tools.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time; active security clearance or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop system-level radar and EW concepts, emphasizing digital-array technology.
• Develop waveforms and DSP techniques for sensing in congested environments.
• Conduct sponsor-funded trade studies in phased-array radar using M&S tools; present results.
• Opportunity to serve as PI/tech lead for sponsor projects, guiding strategy and coordinating teams.
• Collaborate on demonstrations and data collection; assess technique effectiveness.

Skills

MATLAB

Digital signal processing

Python

C/C++ programming

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Modelling & Simulation tools

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is seeking an experienced Radar Signal Processing Engineer to contribute to next-generation radar systems. You will develop and prototype signal-processing algorithms, wavesforms, and control strategies using modeling and simulation tools for ISR&T applications.

The role requires a Master’s in a related field, 5+ years of experience in radar or DSP, and strong MATLAB skills.