Senior Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced sensing concepts, signal processing algorithms, and machine learning techniques for radar, electronic warfare, and remote sensing applications
• Research, design, implement, and evaluate novel algorithms from concept through demonstration
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to architect, develop, integrate, and test advanced RF signal processing systems
• Support modeling and simulation activities to evaluate algorithm performance and inform system design
• Plan and execute laboratory and field testing to assess algorithm performance and transition research into operational prototypes
• Contribute to technical proposals, customer interactions, presentations, and technical briefings
• Survey emerging research and incorporate state-of-the-art techniques into practical algorithm solutions

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• PhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• 2-5+ years of relevant experience
• Strong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar scientific computing languages
• Experience developing, implementing, testing, or analyzing signal processing, optimization, or machine learning algorithms
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and troubleshooting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret security clearance
• Experience with radar systems, RF remote sensing, electronic warfare, or communications systems
• Experience with adaptive signal processing, waveform design, or system optimization
• Experience developing algorithms for real-time or embedded systems
• Experience with modeling and simulation and system test and evaluation

About the Company

STR specializes in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security, focusing on next-generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, electronic warfare, and artificial intelligence.