Principal Algorithm & Signal Processing Engineer

STR•Dayton, OH

4d•$206,000 - $284,000

About The Position

The Electronic Warfare and Novel Capabilities Group (EWNC) develops advanced signal-processing algorithms and prototype systems for next-generation radar and electronic warfare technologies. The group collaborates across STR, with academic researchers, and with industry partners to develop practical solutions to RF sensing and counter-sensing challenges. Its engineers pursue technical ideas, engage with customers, lead multidisciplinary teams, and translate advanced research into prototype capabilities addressing national security needs. The Principal Engineer will develop algorithms for RF sensing, sensor decision-making, and autonomous electronic warfare. Areas of interest include signal detection and classification, electronic support measures, electronic attack and protection, cognitive EW, and advanced RF sensing technologies. The position leads projects and proposal efforts, advises and mentors technical staff, and partners with customers to understand mission needs and shape technical approaches, proposal strategies, and program plans. The work includes architecting algorithms from concept through operational prototype and transitioning research into prototype capabilities. The position is ideally suited to a Principal Engineer, though applicants aligned with the requirements may be considered for opportunities at multiple experience levels. Positions are available in Woburn, Massachusetts, and Dayton, Ohio. The role requires the ability to obtain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government for clearance eligibility.

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
Typically 8–12+ years of relevant experience, depending on education and demonstrated expertise.
Demonstrated leadership in radar, electronic warfare, RF sensing, or related defense technologies.
Experience on electronic warfare or radar programs, including development of system modes and advanced signal- and data-processing algorithms from mathematical or analytical derivation through testing and verification of system performance.
Expertise in at least two of the following areas: RF sensing and radar signal processing; electronic warfare; optimization; waveform design; adaptive signal processing; AI/ML for RF applications; modeling and simulation; or systems engineering.
Experience briefing technical work to customers, senior executives, and multidisciplinary audiences.
Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages, such as MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
Experienced researcher and technical leader who thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments.
Excellent communication and briefing skills, including communicating with technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong mathematical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain a security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. Government for this purpose.

Nice To Haves

Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance.
Ability to apply novel, innovative, and interdisciplinary approaches to challenging engineering problems.

Responsibilities

Lead multidisciplinary technical teams.
Architect advanced RF sensing and electronic warfare algorithms from concept through operational prototype.
Engage directly with customers to understand requirements and national security needs, and shape solutions to meet their objectives.
Mentor junior researchers and provide technical direction across programs.
Transition new technologies from research into operational prototypes.
Design and apply signal processing to complex RF sensing and counter-sensing challenges.
Support business development initiatives and lead proposal efforts that shape the technical direction of programs and the organization.
Lead projects and proposal efforts.
Advise researchers, scientists, and engineers on multidisciplinary teams across multiple STR campuses.
Partner with customers to develop technical approaches, proposal strategies, and program plans.