Electromagnetics Subject Matter Expert and Analyst-Technical Staff

MIT Lincoln Laboratory•Lexington, MA

3d•$145,200 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Systems and Analysis Group (Group 109) provides recommendations to U.S. Air Force senior leadership on a broad range of technical topics impacting major acquisitions, technology roadmaps, and operational challenges. Group analysis topics include the survivability of advanced U.S. aircraft against modern air defenses, the impact of current and future electronic attack and electronic protection techniques, the effectiveness of advanced weapon systems, capabilities of intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) systems, space-based sensing capabilities, and unconventional or disruptive technologies. Group 109 uses a systems analysis approach to solve large, complex problems by breaking them down into elemental components, analyzing key drivers, and providing insights to decision makers. Many of these system analyses rely on a large body of in-house modeling and simulation tools spanning radio frequency, infrared, directed energy, and GPS which our group develops, maintains, and adapts to relevant problems. We validate our models through ground and flight tests via collaboration with the Tactical Defense Systems Group (Group 108). In other cases, new models, supported by measurements and tests when feasible, are created to evaluate emerging technologies. Where a rapid capability is sought, the group may lead multi-group coalitions in the fulfillment of these needs. We are looking for a candidate with significant experience in applying principles of electromagnetics, in conjunction with other technical fields, to complex air defense problems. The candidate will be responsible for detailed physics-based and mathematical modeling and simulation in support of analysis efforts. In the near-term, the candidate will assess the performance, limitations, maturity, and development risks of advanced and emerging technologies to inform decision-making. In the long term, the candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with government program offices, industry, and other representatives in the defense community, and support their efforts in an advisory role. The candidate will also be responsible for communicating results to a broad range of audiences via presentations at conferences, meetings, and engagements with senior leaders.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Physics with a focus on Electromagnetics, or equivalent technical field
Familiarity with modeling and analysis of electromagnetic scattering, radiation and propagation phenomena
Must have familiarity with, if not formal expertise in, aerodynamics and materials science
Technical depth in a chosen field of study, with the ability to apply talents to new fields
Demonstrated ability to program in a technical environment in MATLAB, Python, C, or C++
Effective communication skills to convey technical concepts in a clear, concise manner to a wide spectrum of audiences
Passion for critical thinking and solving complex, often ill-defined problems
Exceptional teamwork and dedication to mentorship
Interest in working on defense-related problems
Ability to travel 20-40%

Nice To Haves

10+ years of professional experience in the above technical areas
Familiarity with radar, electro-optic, or GPS systems
Experience with modeling and simulation
Demonstrated ability to lead a technical analysis team

Responsibilities

Responsible for detailed physics-based and mathematical modeling and simulation in support of analysis efforts.
Assess the performance, limitations, maturity, and development risks of advanced and emerging technologies to inform decision-making.
Develop and maintain relationships with government program offices, industry, and other representatives in the defense community, and support their efforts in an advisory role.
Communicate results to a broad range of audiences via presentations at conferences, meetings, and engagements with senior leaders.