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MIT Lincoln Laboratory Signal Processing Engineer (Assistant Staff) in Lexington, Massachusetts
The Strategic and Long-Range Communications Group develops new system concepts and techniques to support the US Government’s most critical communications needs. The Group specializes in RF communications in multi-domain applications (ground, sea, air, and space) for global assured connectivity in the presence of adversary interference and interception threats. The Group leverages its expertise in communications system analysis, digital signal processing, RF technology, rapid prototyping, and field experimentation to research, develop, characterize, and demonstrate new capabilities.
Job Description:
The Group is seeking talented and enthusiastic candidates with an interest in applying signal processing to develop novel algorithms that enable new capabilities in next-generation RF communication systems. Typical assignments include algorithm design, analysis, and implementation; communication system analysis; software and hardware prototyping and test activities; documentation and planning; and field experimentation, data collection, and post-experiment analysis.
Required Skills:
Knowledge of signal processing theory and applications
Experience with scripting and analysis tools such as Matlab and Python
Highly effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team and set priorities
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
B.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or related field
Desired Skills:
Coursework or experience in wireless communication systems, information theory, detection and estimation theory, and/or linear algebra
Exposure to commercial communication standards (3GPP, WiFi, Bluetooth, etc…)
Experience with software development in C/C++ for signal processing applications
Experience programming in Cuda, OpenCL, or other related GPU framework
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
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!
Please visit our Benefits page (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits) for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks (https://hr.mit.edu/benefits/additional) .
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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