Principal Signal Processing Researcher

3 days ago
Full-time
Lead
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
STR

STR

STR is a technology company dedicated to solving emerging national security challenges by developing and applying cutting-edge technology. They focus on cybersecurity, analytics, sensing, and systems to make society safer. As an employee-owned company,...

Aerospace & Defense
251-1K
Founded 2010

Description

  • Design and apply advanced signal processing algorithms and techniques for HF communications, including detection, equalization, and geolocation.
  • Model and simulate realistic HF propagation environments using first-principles physics to support system performance analysis.
  • Engage directly with customers to understand mission needs and shape technical solutions.
  • Lead and guide multi-disciplinary research teams in designing, analyzing, integrating, and demonstrating signal processing algorithms.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop, demonstrate, and optimize prototype system capabilities.
  • Drive business development activities and support proposal writing efforts.
  • Develop technical briefs and communicate results to a range of audiences, including customers, subcontractors, and executives.

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
  • PhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in physics modeling and processing programs.
  • Experience developing advanced signal- and data-processing algorithms from mathematical/analytical derivation through testing and verification.
  • Experience in two or more of the following: RF signal processing, HF propagation, adaptive signal processing, algorithm development, system model and simulation, and geolocation.
  • Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
  • Excellent technical communication skills, including the ability to tailor briefs for different audiences.
  • Strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility preferred.
  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline preferred.
  • Experience leading complex research, development, and engineering efforts preferred.
  • Experience with HF propagation modes, end-to-end signal processing chains, and RF frontend analysis preferred.
  • Ability to translate mission needs into end-to-end solutions preferred.
  • Ability to apply novel, innovative, interdisciplinary approaches to challenging engineering problems preferred.

Benefits

  • Full-time salary range of $220,000 to $260,000.
  • Collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding.
  • Opportunity to work on advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security missions.
  • Work on challenging problems with meaningful impact on national safety.
  • Equal opportunity employer committed to fair hiring practices.
  • Reasonable accommodation available during the employment process.

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