• Job Location: Laurel, Maryland Job Type: Full-Time Department : Applied Information Sciences Department Hours : Regular Classification: Assoc Prof Staff I Group VQT Recruiting Location: JHU/APL Main Facility
• Introduction The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), a national leader in scientific research and development, located midway between Baltimore and Washington, DC is seeking a Computer Engineer. Responsibilities Perform end-to-end software engineering and algorithm development for signal locating technologies and systems in support of the DoD and Intelligence Communities. Work as a member of a multi-discriplined team to develop systems, algorithms, and software to support signal location and exploitation systems and technologies Primary focus is on software system design, numerical simulation, implementation, and evaluation in fieldable signal location and exploitation system prototypes
• Develop and evaluate the effectiveness of novel concepts for real-time data acquisition, tracking, and signal processing algorithms in support of weak signal locating and exploitation technologies & systems
• Work closely with signal processing and communications engineers to develop Microsoft Windows engineering application and graphical user-interface software for advanced RF exploitation and communication applications
• Refine and integrate prototype code with government and commercial Microsoft Windows applications
• Participate in field evaluations of devices
• Rapidly modify/update software in the field according to test results and in response to emergent technical and operational requirements
• Develop and document formal and informal software requirements and specifications as needed to support development and testing
• Qualifications Required: BS in electrical engineering or equivalent with 3+ years of experience
• Experience with Microsoft
• Net framework C, C++, and C#
• Experience in developing Windows, Linux, and embedded software especially in the area of real-time data acquisition and signal processing
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in small multi-organizational teams
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Willingness to work on quick-reaction projects in support of the sponsor's requirements
• Fundamental understanding of RF communications technologies and devices
• Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Eligibility requirements include US citizenship
• Must be eligible for DoD clearance requiring background investigation and/or polygraph examination
• Preference for current SSBI
• Desired: Experience designing and evaluating RF signal location and/or navigation systems, particularly for the DoD and Intelligence Community
• Working knowledge of VHDL and digital design
• Familiarity with Matlab, experience migrating Matlab code to stand-alone applications
• Strong analytical background and excellent grasp of signal locating and electronic navigation techniques
• Security Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Eligibility requirements include US citizenship
• Benefits APL offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, significant educational assistance, a scholarship tuition program for staff with dependents, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience
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• Job Opening ID Number: 61568 Click Here for our Employment Page Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory Equal Employment Opportunity Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as other applicable laws, and values diversity in its workforce

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