Signal Processing & GPS Navigation Algorithms Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland, is seeking a candidate with expertise in Signal Processing and Optimal Estimation for a position focusing on Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) applications. Responsibilities include designing sophisticated algorithms and GPS receivers for tactical environments. Applicants should possess a BS in a technical field and have significant experience in algorithm development. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in algorithm, hardware or software development related to Position, Navigation, and Timing systems.
• Able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Experience in Test and Evaluation Systems of PNT systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement signal processing algorithms for telemetry and RF systems.
• Develop GPS receivers for post-processing applications.
• Build tools to analyze flight test GPS signals.

Skills

Signal Processing

Optimal Estimation

Scientific programming languages (Matlab, Python)

Modern C++

Algorithm development

Hardware and software development

Education

BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent

MS or Ph.D. in a relevant subject area

Tools

Matlab

Python

Job description

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, Maryland, is seeking a candidate with expertise in Signal Processing and Optimal Estimation for a position focusing on Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) applications. Responsibilities include designing sophisticated algorithms and GPS receivers for tactical environments. Applicants should possess a BS in a technical field and have significant experience in algorithm development. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, depending on qualifications.