Researcher

AbouttheTeam:

The Sensors Division at STR focuses on technology development for advanced sensor systems and platforms in support of national security. We have a particular focus on airborne/surface/space based radar electronic warfare underwater acoustics hyperspectral imaging and EO/IR sensing. We work on full system prototypes experiment campaigns and next generation technology components. Specific technical areas include RF analog/digital hardware acoustic hardware signal processing algorithms machine learning algorithms tracking/fusion autonomous systems as well as real-time embedded processor implementation.

The Systems Autonomy Analysis and Modeling (SAAM) Group within the Sensors Division uses modeling and simulation (M&S) to analyze system capabilities develop enabling algorithms and take these integrated systems through test. We focus on the capabilities and limitations of ground air surface and space sensing and counter sensing platforms and the resource management of these assets to assure the survivability of US air and space assets. SAAM also leverages the emerging use of autonomy and Artificial Intelligence in uncrewed systems and techniques to collect fuse and understand sensor data across full systems of systems to assure mission success. SAAM is developing software and hardware tools and datasets to support these analyses including algorithms processing chains and scenarios to inform and deploy onto both prototype demonstration systems & operational systems. Our main customer focus is on Air Force Navy and DARPA research programs.

TheRole:

The SAAM group is seeking a Researcher to join high-performing teams conducting large scale simulations and analysis to inform critical national security decisions. You will work with scientists and engineers to design mission-relevant scenarios extend and modify complex simulation frameworks and extract actionable insights from simulation results. This role requires both hands-on technical developmentcoding new capabilities and integrating modelsand analytical thinking to interpret results and communicate findings to diverse audiences from program managers to senior leadership.

WhatYouWillDo:

• Develop and modify large scale simulationsusingframeworkssuchasAFSIMJSEorsimilardefensesimulationenvironmentstomodelcomplexoperationalscenarios
• Code and integrate system components including sensors communications command & control weapons and threat models using multiple programming languages including C Python and MATLAB
• Design mission-relevant scenariosandassessoperationaleffectivenessofexistingandemergingcapabilitiesinrepresentativeoperationalenvironments
• Analyze simulation outputstoidentifytrendsdrawmeaningfulconclusionsandmakedata-drivenrecommendations
• Present findings clearly and persuasivelytotechnicalandnon-technicalaudiencesatallorganizationallevelsfromengineerstoexecutives
• Verify validate and testmodelsandsimulationframeworkstoensurefidelityandaccuracy
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teamstosupportprogramexecutionandrelatedresearchanddevelopmentprojects

WhoYou Are:

• BSdegreewith2yearsrelevantexperienceORMSdegreeinEngineeringComputerScienceMathematicsorrelatedSTEMfield
• Ability to obtain a Security Clearance for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
• Experience with modeling and simulation toolsforsystemperformanceanalysismissionplanningorcapabilityassessment(-scaledefensesimulationsmulti-agentsystemsdiscreteeventsimulationorsimilarcomplexenvironments)
• Proficient in object-oriented programmingwithdemonstratedexperienceinatleasttwoof:C/CPythonMATLAB
• Demonstrated ability to develop modify or extend simulation models or analysis toolsnotjustrunningpre-builtscenariosbutcreatingnewcapabilities
• Strong analytical skillswithabilitytocriticallyevaluatedataidentifyinsightsanddrawdefensibleconclusions
• Strong communication skillswith ability to explain technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-motivatedwithdemonstratedabilitytoexcelunderlimitedguidance

EvenBetter:

• ActiveSecurityClearanceattheSecretorTopSecret(TS)level
• Hands-on experience with large-scale defense simulation frameworkssuchasAFSIMJSEorcomparableplatformsincludingscenariodevelopmentandmodelintegration
• 3 years of programming experiencewithcomplexsimulationenvironmentsoropenarchitecturesystems
• Experience with modern software development practicesincludingversioncontrol(Git)continuousintegrationunittestingframeworksandcodereviews
• Background in systems analysis or operations researchwithcourseworkorexperienceinoptimizationstatisticsordecisionanalysis
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition processesandsystemperformanceassessmentmethodologies
• Experience with algorithm optimizationforreal-timesystemsespeciallyradarEWorremotesensingapplications
• Track record of briefing senior technical or government leadershiponstudyresultsandrecommendations

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $110000 - $138000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors such as but not limited to the candidates experience education training key skills/critical skills security clearances and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR 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.

STRis 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.

STR 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 cant do it alone though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us more info.

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