MIT Lincoln Laboratory · 16 hours ago
Communications and Networks Systems Analysis and Design Engineer-Technical Staff
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$145K/yr - $220K/yr
5+ years expMIT Lincoln Laboratory is at the forefront of developing advanced technologies and algorithms for resilient communications across various platforms. The Communications and Networks Systems Analysis and Design Engineer will conduct system-level analyses, design and implement novel systems and protocols, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance communications capabilities for the Department of War.
BiotechnologyInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform systems analysis to identify capability gaps, evaluate design tradeoffs, and inform new communications and networking concepts
Design, develop, implement and assess state-of-the-art systems for communications and networking
Design, develop, simulate and prototype novel communications and networking algorithms
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and prototype communications and networking hardware and software for surface, airborne and space platforms
Develop and design laboratory experiments that include ground, airborne, and space systems with hardware-in-the-loop
Collect, analyze and interpret complex data sets from field and laboratory experiments
Prepare technical documentation, including refereed publications, reports, and as well as technical presentations for multiple internal and external audiences
Share new ideas and intuitions with your colleagues, collaborators and others in our technical communities through mentorship, education, and outreach opportunities
Qualification
Required
PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics (or related field) with a strong background in wireless communications and signal processing. In lieu of a PhD, an M.S. with 5+ years of directly relevant experience is acceptable
Experience and/or coursework in systems analysis, optimization, wireless communications theory, data networks, digital signal processing, estimation and detection, optimization, radio frequency propagation modeling, linear algebra
Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, C or C++, VHDL and/or embedded systems programming
Proficiency with Linux or commercial real-time operating systems
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams
Preferred
Software Defined Networking hardware and software
Cloud network technologies and protocols
Adaptive filtering, digital signal processing, media access control protocols, and machine learning
Fixed point algorithm design and implementation targeting embedded processors such as FPGA, GPU, DSP
Antennas, arrays and RF circuits
Software Defined Radio
Demonstrated ability to plan and manage tasks and projects
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
... and much more!
Company
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center chartered to apply advanced technology to problems of national security.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Israel Soibelman
Chief Strategy Officer
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