SAR Moving Target Indication (MTI) Specialist
SAR Moving Target Indication (MTI) Specialist
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Job Description
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nations space programs solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space delivering innovative solutions that span satellite launch ground and cyber systems for defense civil and commercial customers. When you join our team youll be part of a special collection of problem solvers thought leaders and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.
At the Mission Payloads Division (MPD) we are pioneers in remote sensing systems that guide our countrys space enterprise. Our talented and dynamic people create and flourish in electronics sensors radar artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced data network domains. We boldly advance technology through our research and development and then forward to demonstration and integration. With innovative laboratories and prototyping MPD delivers groundbreaking results. We guide our Department of Defense intelligence community and civil clients to enhance national productivity and security and tackle the most critical missions. Bring your intelligence and creative spirit and join us at MPD!
The Radar Processing and Analysis Department (RPAD) resides within ESD and is in Chantilly VA and teams on multiple projects with its sister organization in ESD the Radar and Signal Systems Department (RSSD) in El Segundo CA. We specialize in solving technical challenges covering Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) image formation processing space and ground radar system modeling (antenna modeling transmit and receive chain modeling etc.) Moving Target Indication (MTI) findfixtargettrack applications maritime surveillance radio frequency interference mitigation advanced signal processing and algorithm development for advanced SAR image products.
We are looking for SAR MTI Engineers to grow our department of highly skilled technical specialists. Join us today and become a part of the Aerospace culture of continuous learning technical excellence and companywide collaboration.
Work Model:This role is 100% onsite in Chantilly VA.
What Youll Be Doing
Assess and / or develop innovative sensor solutions to improve target searchandtrack capabilities and support program planning acquisition and operations.
Characterize highpriority target FindFixTrackTarget (F2T2) performance using modeling and simulation to support program risk reduction and maturation.
Architect and model both ground truth scenarios and sensing payload outputdata products to support evaluation and solicitation of future space systems and downstream applications.
Modernize existing MTI processing code base and develop new capabilities to enable adaptability and modularization.
Advance a portfolio of highimpact projects by engaging with other experts across multiple disciplines to explore innovative enterprise solutions to critical national missions.
What You Need to be Successful Member of Technical Staff
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree from an accredited programinEngineering Physics Mathematics Geophysics or related technical discipline and 2 years of relevant SAR signal/image processing experience
Strong grasp of advanced mathematics including Fourier transforms differential equations and estimation theory
Adept at using MATLAB or Python to create or augment engineering code.
Experience with SAR MTI applications.
Familiarity with modeling and simulation of SAR MTI tracker performance.
This position requires ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph for Top Secret/SCI access which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
In addition to the above the minimum requirements for Senior Member of Technical Staff:
Bachelors degree from an accredited programinEngineering Physics Mathematics Geophysics or related technical discipline and 4 years of relevant SAR signal/image processing experience
Significant experience conducting modeling and simulation of SAR MTI performance and/or evaluating SAR MTI trackers
How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
Advanced degreeinEngineering Physics Mathematics Geophysics or related technical discipline
Current and active Top Secret//SCI security clearance
Knowledge of Kalman filters and advanced applications (e.g. Interacting Multiple Model IMM Multiple Hypothesis Tracker MHT)
Experience leading technical efforts on several small projects concurrently and coordinating technical support for portions of larger multiphase multidisciplinary projects.
Familiarity with space system acquisition or satellite operations for the IC or DoD.
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee regardless of level and role can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process our team will provide details of our industryleading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
- Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
- Paid holidays sick time and vacation
- Standard and alternate work schedules including telework options
- 401(k) Plan Employees receive a total companypaid benefit of 8% 10% or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
- Flexible spending accounts
- Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
- Relocation assistance
- Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
- Education assistance programs
- A work environment built on teamwork flexibility and respect
We are all unique from various backgrounds and all walks of life yet one thing bonds all of us to each otherthe belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
Equal Opportunity Commitment
The Aerospace Corporation is an equalopportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race age sex (including pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression colorreligiongeneticinformation marital status ancestry national origin protected veteran status physical disability medical condition mental disability or disability status and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If youre an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or need reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by emailat .You can also reviewKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
