R&D Engineer: Signal Processing Engineer

Job TitleWe are searching for analytical engineers with signal processing skills to join the Strategic Systems Operation (SSO) Division within the Information Advantage Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This role will focus on research, design, development, integration, and testing of advanced signal processing and communications systems. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply. You will: Apply your expertise in signal processing and communications to contribute to programs of national or international impact by identifying emerging challenges, research trends, and future opportunities Ensure technical excellence and on-time completion of all project tasks Develop and deliver clear updates on program status to Fleet-level personnel at both individual and community meetings Interact and collaborate regularly with the engineering team, principal investigator, sponsors, and other stakeholders Embrace ARL's mission to discover, demonstrate, transition, and educate while contributing as a key member of a multi-disciplinary engineering team Required Skills/Experience areas include: Advanced understanding of electrical engineering principles associated with communications and signal processing Knowledge of beam-forming and ambiguity function processing Familiarity with time-, frequency-, and amplitude/phase-difference of arrival for geolocation Understanding of adaptive signal processing methods and techniques (Kalman, Wiener, RMS, LMS, etc.)Acquaintance with digital signal processing techniques used for tuning, filtering, and sampling RF signalsExperience in software-defined radio IQ data processing and acquisition Working experience in algorithm design and implementation in software (e.g. C/C++, MATLAB, python, etc.)Understanding of data analysis, statistics, probability, and machine learning applied to IQ signalsExperience in sensor design and/or evaluation of sensor data Working experience in noisy datasets and integrating noise reduction techniques/methods Familiarity with analog and digital conversions along with Nyquist sampling theory Experience or familiarity with statistical signal processing Field test experience in data evaluation and RF troubleshooting Familiarity with simulating signal processing block-diagrams and prototype design Proficiency with converting prototype algorithms from baseline software in MATLAB for near-real time or post-time processing in C++Experience with time or frequency domain datasets An understanding of communications protocols - OSI stack, UDP/TCP/IPFamiliarity with wireless specifications such as cellular(4G/5G)/WiFi (802.11)/BLE(802.15) Troubleshooting experience Success in environments where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective Demonstrated capacity to balance detail-oriented thinking while maintaining the ability to see the "big picture"Preferred Skills/Experience areas include: Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility to the TS/SCI level Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer EngineeringMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSIf filled as R&D Engineer - Signal Processing (ARL) - Principal Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 19+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications: NoneIf filled as R&D Engineer - Signal Processing (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires: Bachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science 14+ years of relevant experienceRequired Certifications: NoneARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website at www.arl.psu.edu.SALARY & BENEFITSThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $140,004.00 - $265,704.00.Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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