{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"b3b66b7ee25d988ddbcb5c69","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b3b66b7ee25d988ddbcb5c69","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/b3b66b7ee25d988ddbcb5c69","title":"Senior Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher","description":"About the Team:\nThe Sensors Division at STR focuses on technology development for advanced sensor systems and platforms in support of national security requirements. Our particular focus areas include airborne/spaceborne/surface-based radar, electronic warfare, underwater acoustics, hyperspectral imaging, and EO/IR sensing. To support these missions, the Division's efforts span multiple technical areas, including RF analog/digital hardware, acoustic hardware, signal processing algorithms, machine learning algorithms, systems analysis, and real-time embedded processor implementation.\nThe Algorithms, Processing and Experimentation (APEX) Group specializes in development of RF/radar modes, skills and applications, with particular emphasis on advanced signal processing chains and associated algorithm research. We mature these technologies with the objective of implementation, integration, and eventual utility in RF-based systems, typically tailoring our work for highly specific Defense (e.g., Air Force, Space Force, Navy, DARPA, etc.) and Intelligence Community needs.\nAbout the Role:\nAs a Senior Algorithm and Signal Processing Engineer, you will develop, implement, test, and demonstrate novel signal processing, optimization, and machine learning algorithms for advanced electronic warfare, radar, and remote sensing applications. You will work as part of multidisciplinary teams to research next-generation sensing concepts and transition advanced algorithms into integrated systems for laboratory and field demonstrations.\nA successful candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: signal processing, adaptive radar signal processing, optimization, machine learning, electronic warfare, algorithm development, radar systems, communications systems, RF remote sensing, resource management, modeling and simulation, or related technical fields. This position requires strong analytical skills, scientific programming experience, and the ability to collaborate with researchers, engineers, and customers to solve challenging technical problems.\nWhat You Will Do\nDevelop advanced sensing concepts, signal processing algorithms, and machine learning techniques for radar, electronic warfare, and remote sensing applications\nResearch, design, implement, and evaluate novel algorithms from concept through demonstration\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to architect, develop, integrate, and test advanced RF signal processing systems\nSupport modeling and simulation activities to evaluate algorithm performance and inform system design\nPlan and execute laboratory and field testing to assess algorithm performance and transition research into operational prototypes.\nContribute to technical proposals, customer interactions, presentations, and technical briefings\nSurvey emerging research and incorporate state-of-the-art techniques into practical algorithm solutions.\nWho You Are\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. government\nPhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with 2-5+ years relevant experience\nStrong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar scientific computing languages\nStrong mathematical, analytical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills\nExperience developing, implementing, testing, or analyzing signal processing, optimization, or machine learning algorithms\nAbility to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences\nAbility to translate research objectives and customer needs into practical technical solutions\nEven Better\nActive Top Secret security clearance\nExperience with radar systems, RF remote sensing, electronic warfare, or communications systems\nExperience with adaptive signal processing, waveform design, multidimensional signal processing, resource management, or system optimization\nExperience developing algorithms for real-time or embedded systems\nExperience with modeling and simulation, algorithm integration, and system test and evaluation\nExperience with software development and scientific computing workflows\nAbility to survey technical literature, identify emerging approaches, and transition research into integrated, tested solutions\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $170,000\nThe salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.\nSTR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.\nSTR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.\nSTR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.\n\nSTR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.\nPursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.","company":"Str","rawCompany":"str","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T17:12:24.292Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"15-1221.00","title":"Computer and Information Research Scientists","slug":"computer-and-information-research-scientists"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Algorithm & Signal Processing Researcher","description":"About the Team:\nThe Sensors Division at STR focuses on technology development for advanced sensor systems and platforms in support of national security requirements. Our particular focus areas include airborne/spaceborne/surface-based radar, electronic warfare, underwater acoustics, hyperspectral imaging, and EO/IR sensing. To support these missions, the Division's efforts span multiple technical areas, including RF analog/digital hardware, acoustic hardware, signal processing algorithms, machine learning algorithms, systems analysis, and real-time embedded processor implementation.\nThe Algorithms, Processing and Experimentation (APEX) Group specializes in development of RF/radar modes, skills and applications, with particular emphasis on advanced signal processing chains and associated algorithm research. We mature these technologies with the objective of implementation, integration, and eventual utility in RF-based systems, typically tailoring our work for highly specific Defense (e.g., Air Force, Space Force, Navy, DARPA, etc.) and Intelligence Community needs.\nAbout the Role:\nAs a Senior Algorithm and Signal Processing Engineer, you will develop, implement, test, and demonstrate novel signal processing, optimization, and machine learning algorithms for advanced electronic warfare, radar, and remote sensing applications. You will work as part of multidisciplinary teams to research next-generation sensing concepts and transition advanced algorithms into integrated systems for laboratory and field demonstrations.\nA successful candidate will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: signal processing, adaptive radar signal processing, optimization, machine learning, electronic warfare, algorithm development, radar systems, communications systems, RF remote sensing, resource management, modeling and simulation, or related technical fields. This position requires strong analytical skills, scientific programming experience, and the ability to collaborate with researchers, engineers, and customers to solve challenging technical problems.\nWhat You Will Do\nDevelop advanced sensing concepts, signal processing algorithms, and machine learning techniques for radar, electronic warfare, and remote sensing applications\nResearch, design, implement, and evaluate novel algorithms from concept through demonstration\nCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to architect, develop, integrate, and test advanced RF signal processing systems\nSupport modeling and simulation activities to evaluate algorithm performance and inform system design\nPlan and execute laboratory and field testing to assess algorithm performance and transition research into operational prototypes.\nContribute to technical proposals, customer interactions, presentations, and technical briefings\nSurvey emerging research and incorporate state-of-the-art techniques into practical algorithm solutions.\nWho You Are\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is required by the U.S. government\nPhD, MS, or BS in Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with 2-5+ years relevant experience\nStrong programming skills in MATLAB, Python, C/C++, or similar scientific computing languages\nStrong mathematical, analytical, troubleshooting, written, and verbal communication skills\nExperience developing, implementing, testing, or analyzing signal processing, optimization, or machine learning algorithms\nAbility to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences\nAbility to translate research objectives and customer needs into practical technical solutions\nEven Better\nActive Top Secret security clearance\nExperience with radar systems, RF remote sensing, electronic warfare, or communications systems\nExperience with adaptive signal processing, waveform design, multidimensional signal processing, resource management, or system optimization\nExperience developing algorithms for real-time or embedded systems\nExperience with modeling and simulation, algorithm integration, and system test and evaluation\nExperience with software development and scientific computing workflows\nAbility to survey technical literature, identify emerging approaches, and transition research into integrated, tested solutions\nPay Information\nFull-Time Salary Range: $139,000 - $170,000\nThe salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.\nSTR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.\nSTR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.\nSTR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.\n\nSTR is an equal opportunity employer. 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