Advanced Signal Processing and Estimation
Job Description
If you are passionate about developing cutting-edge algorithms for challenging maritime applications, then consider joining the Advanced Undersea Systems and Technology group at Lincoln Laboratory!
Our diverse team of engineers and scientists develop and demonstrate advanced signal, image, and array processing algorithms for existing and prototype acoustic, RF, and optical sensors. As part of our team, you will have an opportunity to work on a variety of exciting tasks, including:
- Engaging in the full application-development cycle, ranging from initial white-board brainstorming and concept development to the transitioning of mature capabilities
- Participating in at-sea sensor test and validation activities
- Developing theoretical models of physical phenomena, creating laboratory-grade simulations, and refining accuracy with real-world experimental results
Requirements
- PhD in electrical engineering, applied mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, computer science or related technical field. In lieu of a PhD, applicants with an MS and 3 to 5 years of experience will also be considered.
- Ability to clearly communicate with diverse audiences
- Proficiency in a scientific programming language (e.g. MATLAB or Python)
Preferred Skills
- Experience in digital signal processing, estimation, and tracking algorithm development
- Experience with array signal processing
- Experience with adaptive signal processing
- Experience analyzing or processing multi-element arrays, especially acoustic or RF sensing data
- Experience with design trades relevant to multi-channel RF systems
- Field test experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
Disclaimer
MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requisition ID: 42904