Algorithm & Analysis Engineer - Open Rank-EOSL-Onsite

Overview:

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Project/Unit Description

The Electromagnetic Warfare Modeling and Analysis Division (EWMAD) inside of GTRI's Electro-Optical Systems Lab (EOSL), provides modeling, simulation, and analysis of platform and system effectiveness and survivability in one-on-one, few-on-few, and many-on-many scenarios, as well as comprehensive kill chain analysis.

The Algorithm and Analysis Engineer will be a contributor on research projects related to the M&S of radars and other RF systems, developing and running models as well as conducting analysis on the data produced

Job Purpose

The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer is responsible for the development and support of state-of-the-art algorithms involving data fusion, sensor fusion, machine learning, manned/unmanned avionics improvement programs, and genetic programming. The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer focuses on the design, analysis, software/hardware implementation, optimization, profiling, and experimental evaluation of computer algorithms, bridging the gap between algorithm theory and practical applications of algorithms in software engineering. Additionally, the Algorithm & Analysis Engineer conducts statistical analysis of multi-modal and time-varying data to characterize and quantify system qualities and deficiencies, resulting in recommendations and development of improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data cleaning and fundamental data analysis using existing tools with senior guidance
• Execute algorithm tests in accordance with limited direction from senior researchers
• Contribute to algorithm design discussions
• Design and/or modify aspects of algorithm design and implementation
• Contribute to technical report execution
• Participate in sponsor discussions of program technical status and research results
• Accompany lead engineer to sponsor sites for meetings and analysis
• Accomplish specific technical and writing objectives for the development of conference presentations and journal publications
• Aid in literature searches

Additional Responsibilities

• Analyze radar system design, intelligence reporting, test and evaluation, and performance assessments to develop techniques and algorithms for modeling and simulation (M&S) of modern radars.
• Evaluate the impact of radar countermeasures on the performance of the radar and the survivability of targeted systems.
• Use M&S tools to represent radar subsystems, such as transmitters, receivers, and antennas.
• Explore phenomenology (propagation and clutter), target physics (RCS and dynamics) and electronic attack to develop the radar M&S and for the further development of M&S scenarios.
• Contribute to articles, conference papers, and other thought leadership efforts to advance the state of the art in the M&S of RF systems.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Strong programing skills in C++
• Two years of relevant M&S experience related to the modeling of RF systems, countermeasures, and environments
• A strong background in digital signal processing and demonstrated experience writing computer code to describe a signal processing system.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• Experience utilizing Python, Simulink, and MATLAB for engineering analysis
• Experience utilizing Xpatch for estimating radar cross section
• Current SECRET clearance is preferred
• Experience with relevant Linux Operating Systems
• Experience running M&S on an HPC
• Experience leading engineering tasks supported by small teams of contributors
• A background in developing, testing, or employing RF sensors, jamming systems, Radar Warning systems, expendables, and other countermeasures

Travel Requirements

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or a related technical discipline
• 0 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or a related technical discipline

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link: https://benefits.hr.gatech.edu/.

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Posted: 05/23/2024
Closes: 08/30/2024