Algorithm & Analysis Engineer (Junior Level) - SEAL - Open Rank (Onsite)

Algorithm & Analysis Engineer (Junior Level) - SEAL - Open Rank (Onsite)

ID: 500003

Type: Researchers

Location: Atlanta, GA, Smyrna, GA

Categories: Algorithm Development, Electronic Warfare, Modeling/Simulation, Radar, Signal Processing

Overview:

The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry.

GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.

Location

Smyrna, GA (Metro Atlanta)

Project/Unit Description

The Sensors & Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) of the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking engineers and scientists who are interested in a research career focused on the development of modern tracking and sensor fusion algorithms. As a researcher in the Air & Missile Defense Division (AMDD), candidates will support the assessment, improvement, and development of state-of-the-art tracking algorithms applied in Army and Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) radars.

Job Purpose

The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer is responsible for the development and support of state-of-the-art algorithms involving data fusion, sensor fusion, machine learning, manned/unmanned avionics improvement programs, and genetic programming. The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer focuses on the design, analysis, software/hardware implementation, optimization, profiling, and experimental evaluation of computer algorithms, bridging the gap between algorithm theory and practical applications of algorithms in software engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform data cleaning and fundamental data analysis using existing tools with senior guidance.
• Execute algorithm tests in accordance with limited direction from senior researchers.
• Contribute to algorithm design discussions.
• Design and/or modify aspects of algorithm design and implementation.
• Contribute to technical report execution.
• Participate in sponsor discussions of program technical status and research results.
• Accompany lead engineer to sponsor sites for meetings and analysis.
• Accomplish specific technical and writing objectives for the development of conference presentations and journal publications.
• Aid in literature searches.

Additional Responsibilities

• Developing target tracking and track fusion algorithms.
• Developing Matlab based models of the target, radar, and tracking algorithms.
• Developing track metrics and assessing track performance.
• Briefing sponsors on a regular basis.
• Documenting research in briefings, papers, and reports.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in the application of target tracking algorithms to include the extended Kalman filter.
• Experience with target tracking performance prediction and analysis.
• Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered. The candidate must have a graduation date of no later than December 2024.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• PhD degree with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in target tracking.
• Experience developing or assessing tracking algorithms for Ballistic Missile Defense applications.

Travel Requirements

<10% travel

Education and Length of Experience

This position vacancy is an open-rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook.

• 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace or related fields.
• 0 years of related experience with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Aerospace or related fields.

U.S. Citizenship Requirements

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Clearance Type Required

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

Benefits at GTRI

Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits, including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found through this link:

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all.

Posted:

09/25/2024

Closes:

11/22/2024