RF Algorithm Developer

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Leidos’ Defense Systems - Sensor Research and Analysis Division is seeking an RF Algorithm Developer to support the division’s algorithm development efforts, focusing on RF seeker signal processing capabilities and concepts of operations. The division performs radar design, hardware builds, algorithm and software development, hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) testing, and analysis across research, development, and operational tasks.

The role involves maintaining familiarity with fielded systems supported by the division, investigating emerging RF seeker technologies, and developing studies to educate customers on seeker technology advancements. Studies may include provisional MATLAB modeling, closed-loop simulation, and validation on radar hardware. The developer presents study progress and findings to government and prime contractor stakeholders and collaborates with division colleagues on radar development and testing activities.

The position is based in the Huntsville–North Alabama area and is not remote or work-from-home. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and possess and be able to maintain a Final Secret Clearance.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field from an ABET-accredited institution.
• 4–8 years of experience in one or more relevant experience areas, or 2–6 years with a master’s degree.
• Excellent math skills and/or strong fundamentals in one or more of the following: signals and systems, digital signal processing, tracking algorithms, or electromagnetics.
• Ability to apply one or more relevant skills to radar modeling and simulation, antenna array theory, digital signal processing, tracking, algorithm development, or field testing of sensor systems.
• Experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar scientific programming tools to implement mathematical or science-based phenomenology related to linear systems, digital signal processing, tracking, or electromagnetics.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a strong technical background.
• Positive, proactive attitude and enthusiasm for learning, collaborating, and tackling challenging engineering problems.
• Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville–North Alabama area.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess and be able to maintain a Final Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency in several listed experience areas.
• Experience with RF seeker systems, radar systems, or electronic warfare systems.
• Experience with HWIL simulation environments.
• Experience coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level technical staff.
• Highly organized, with the ability to work independently at times in a fast-paced and highly productive work environment.
• Ability to create design documentation, requirements specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Experience understanding, evaluating, and implementing published scientific literature, such as IEEE sources.
• Relevant publications in listed experience areas.

Responsibilities

• Support the division’s algorithm development efforts, with a focus on RF seeker signal processing capabilities and concepts of operations.
• Maintain familiarity with fielded systems supported by the division.
• Investigate cutting-edge RF seeker technologies and develop studies that inform customers about seeker technology advancements.
• Develop studies using provisional MATLAB modeling, closed-loop simulation, and validation on radar hardware.
• Present study progress and findings to government and prime contractor stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the division on radar development and testing activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level