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Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Wireless Communications Algorithm Engineer

Laurel, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$85K/yr - $180K/yr

10+ years exp

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies in defense, security, space, and science. They are seeking a Wireless Communications Algorithm Engineer to research new technologies, develop solutions to address evolving threats, and support DSP algorithm development for specialized wireless systems.

EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Research new technologies and develop solutions to address evolving threats

Support digital signal processing (DSP) algorithm development

Provide implementable technical solutions to the Nation's hardest problems

Translate vague concepts into practical, well-defined, and methodical technical plans

Communicate technical results clearly in written reports and presentations

Work with technologies and concepts including, but not limited to wireless, SATCOM, Physical and MAC layer protocols, software defined radio (SDR), waveform design, RF modeling and simulation, RF system analysis, and transceiver design

Qualification

Digital Signal ProcessingWireless CommunicationsMATLABPythonGeolocationCommunication TheoryWaveform DesignRF ModelingRF System AnalysisTransceiver Design

Required

A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or another related field, OR a Master's degree (or higher) in one of the same fields of study

Proficiency in communication theory and digital signal processing (DSP), with a foundational knowledge of, and experience with, the physical, data link, or media access layers of communications systems

Experience in modeling and simulation of the physical layer with MATLAB, Python, and/or other languages

Familiarity with some of the following: geolocation, detection and estimation theory, or waveform design

The ability to obtain an Interim Top Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship

Preferred

At least ten years of experience in commercial and/or government communication engineering

A wide breadth and depth of wireless systems knowledge

Demonstrated expertise with end to end comms system design

Recent knowledge of DoD and/or intelligence community, sponsors, and programs

A current Top Secret or TS/SCI clearance

Benefits

Generous benefits

Robust education assistance program

Unparalleled retirement contributions

Healthy work/life balance

Comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development

Company

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) is a not-for-profit university-affiliated research center (UARC) that provides solutions to complex national security and scientific challenges with technical expertise and prototyping, research and development, and analysis.

Founded in 1942

Laurel, Maryland, USA

5001-10000 employees