Radar Signal Processing Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced digital signal processing algorithms for RF sensing, tagging, tracking, and locating systems
• Research RF sensing applications and characterize signals of interest to support national security missions
• Design and evaluate signal processing approaches using modeling, simulation, laboratory experimentation, and field testing
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of RF, software, and hardware engineers to transition capabilities into deployed systems
• Analyze experimental and operational data to validate and improve system performance
• Interact with mission sponsors and stakeholders to understand requirements and guide technical solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline
• Five (5) years of directly relevant experience in signal processing or a related field
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q clearance and SCI clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering or a highly related field
• Expertise in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) image formation, processing, and exploitation
• Proficiency in developing algorithms using Python, C/C++, MATLAB, and/or Simulink
• Experience with GMTI radars and related processing techniques
• Laboratory skills with RF and digital test equipment
• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare (EW), Digital Communications, and Cyber Security principles

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements including 9/80 or 4/10 compressed workweeks
• Generous vacation and paid time off
• Exceptional 401k savings plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs and on-site amenities
• Relocation assistance

About the Company

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We work on cutting-edge challenges to contribute to security, peace, and freedom worldwide, utilizing some of the best research facilities and tools in the world.