About the Team:
The Sensors Division specializes in the development of advanced sensor systems, with a particular focus on airborne and surface-based radar, space-based sensing, electronic warfare, and underwater acoustics. This position is within the Space Missions and Sensing (SMS) Sector of the Sensors Division. In this sector, we develop and deliver technology to advance space-based sensing, space control, and counter-sensing missions.
The Role:
The SMS Sector is seeking a multi-disciplined integration engineer to perform software development, integration and test activities in a Research & Development environment. In this role, you will be an integral part of a team developing a cutting-edge space-based radar system. Your responsibilities will include the development of operational and test software, working with test hardware, participation in system integration & test activities/satellite operations, and data analysis. This position offers significant opportunities for career growth within a fast-paced and rapidly expanding company.
What you will do:
- Develop software to support both our operational system as well as our test infrastructure
- Working with RF test hardware that supports our integration/test activities
- Support satellite data collection operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and/or develop system requirements and specifications
- Conduct performance analysis through simulations and real-world testing to validate system performance
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to convey technical concepts and project updates
- Prepare documentation, design specifications, test plans, and reports
Who you are:
- Active Security Clearance at the Secret level, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S government
- Strong experience working in a Linux environment
- Demonstrated experience with Python/C/C++ (or other high level programming languages) to build real-time/near-real time systems
- Experience in preparing and delivering briefings, familiarity with the execution of technical reviews
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of applicable experience; Master’s degree and at least 3 years of applicable experience; or PhD. Equivalent experience will be considered
Even Better:
- Active clearance at the Top Secret (TS) level
- Applicable understanding of and experience with Radar systems and their principles of design, development, requirements verification, test planning, test execution, and data analysis
- Extensive experience with lab electronics and RF test equipment (power supplies, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc)
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $134,000 - $184,000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.
STR is 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 can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
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