Staff EO/IR Signal Image Processing Lead (6DOF Simulations)

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 168,000 - 252,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Staff EO Signal Image Processing Engineer to lead advanced EO/IR modeling, simulation, and image processing efforts within the Seeker Integrated Product Team. You will guide development of high-fidelity simulations and physics-based models for seeker design and flight tests.

This role requires strong leadership, experience with C/C++, Python or MATLAB, and HPC environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with extensive DoD-relevant experience or higher.
• Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance or eligibility at time of application.
• Expertise in image/signal processing algorithm development and physical optics simulation for EO/IR or seeker-related programs.
• Experience coordinating and leading teams to deliver models and algorithm solutions for EO/IR or seeker systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and architect development of advanced high-fidelity seeker simulations and physics-based models (including closed-loop 6DOF).
• Oversee and set direction for team members on modeling, simulation, and algorithm development activities.
• Develop, implement, and integrate image processing algorithms into simulation environments; perform trade studies for performance and robustness.
• Apply EO/IR phenomenology and physics to model seeker hardware, scenes, and flight conditions.
• Serve as technical interface with cross-functional teams; guide requirements flow, test plans, and verification strategies.
• Lead HWIL, lab, and real-time tests; correlate simulations with flight data and perform root-cause analysis.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship; champion modeling standards and configuration management.
• Represent the M&S team in reviews and deliver concise program updates.

Skills

EO/IR image processing

C/C++ programming

Python / MATLAB

High-performance computing

Leadership / mentoring

Seeker modeling

Scene generation knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Optical Eng / Electrical Eng / Physics / Math or related

Tools

MSLRAD or similar scene generators

Linux

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Staff EO Signal Image Processing Engineer to lead advanced EO/IR modeling, simulation, and image processing efforts within the Seeker Integrated Product Team. You will guide development of high-fidelity simulations and physics-based models for seeker design and flight tests.

This role requires strong leadership, experience with C/C++, Python or MATLAB, and HPC environments.