Sensor Systems Engineer/Scientist: Radar & ML Research

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks engineers and scientists with a PhD in technical fields to join our Sensor Systems Group. You will work on cutting-edge radar and sensor systems, develop models, and prototype signal processing algorithms for national security applications.

You will engage with scientists and engineers to deploy ML techniques, analyze large data sets, and test radar systems to meet stringent requirements.

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in a technical field related to radar and sensor systems.
• Strong experience with Matlab, Python, C++, or similar tools for algorithm development.
• Experience in Aerospace, Hypersonics, Radar, or RF systems.
• Ability to manage large data sets and apply ML techniques.
• Experience scripting/coding for radar domain problems and signal processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze models of next generation radar and sensor systems.
• Prototype novel signal processing algorithms for military deployment.
• Apply machine learning to augment capabilities and data analysis.
• Fabricate test fixtures to support test events.
• Apply data science to large-scale datasets.
• Test radar systems to ensure they meet requirements.

Skills

Matlab

Python

C++

Machine Learning

Data processing

Signal processing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science

Aerospace Engineering

Computer Engineering

Systems Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Engineering Physics

Physics

Applied Physics

Applied Math

Math

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD seeks engineers and scientists with a PhD in technical fields to join our Sensor Systems Group. You will work on cutting-edge radar and sensor systems, develop models, and prototype signal processing algorithms for national security applications.

You will engage with scientists and engineers to deploy ML techniques, analyze large data sets, and test radar systems to meet stringent requirements.