Algorithm & Analysis Engineer - Smyrna/Atlanta, GA - SEAL

Algorithm & Analysis Engineer - Smyrna/Atlanta, GA - SEAL

Submit Resume ID: 498202 Type: Researchers Location: Atlanta, GA, Smyrna, GA Categories: Algorithm Development, Modeling/Simulation, Radar, Testing, Data Analytics/Science

Project/Unit Description

Support the United States missile defense research efforts performed within the Air and Missile Defense Division (AMDD) of the Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL). As part of our Ballistic Missile Defense System Capabilities Assessment team, you will be joining a multidisciplinary group that assesses system performance through analysis of test event data (simulated and collected), focusing on tracking, sensor resource management, sensor fusion, engagement planning, and battle management. Team members use the knowledge they gain through system assessment to assist with resolving design uncertainty in system integration. The work for system assessment and system integration is impactful and helps improve and advance missile defense. As an Algorithm & Analysis Engineer, your responsibilities could include algorithm evaluation, data analysis, data management, documentation review, and tool development.

Job Purpose

Responsible for the development and support of state-of-the-art algorithms involving to data fusion, sensor fusion, machine learning, manned/unmanned avionics improvement programs, and genetic programming. Algorithm engineering 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. Statistical analysis of multi-modal and time-varying data to characterize and quantify system qualities and deficiencies, resulting in recommendations and development of improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Design data cleaning and analysis strategies, proposing new tools and modifications to existing paradigms.

Design and execute algorithm tests, providing oversight to others.

Lead algorithm design discussions for entire studies.

Architect overall algorithms with detailed system and integration considerations.

Lead technical report execution and provide oversight to others.

Lead discussions with sponsors for studies.

Serve as technical lead for small projects at customer sites, providing guidance to others.

Lead technical execution and writing for sections of journal articles and conference presentations, and literature searches for finding new avenues of thought and bodies of work to explore.

Serve as mentor or leader to students, including co-ops, GRAs and others through Institute programs.

Additional Responsibilities

Review documentation and gain in-depth knowledge of a component of the missile defense system

Perform analysis of data collected from different test events

Develop new tools and help maintain existing tools for data analysis and management

Prepare presentations of results and brief to team members and to stakeholders

Participate in technical interchange meetings and attend design reviews

Document design understanding, identify areas of design uncertainty, and confirm resolution of design uncertainty in support of system integration

Required Minimum Qualifications

A strong mathematics background that would include probability theory and statistics (common in many of the engineering & science fields)

Experience with Matlab or C programming languages

Experience with radar or IR sensors

Experience creating technical briefs and presenting them

Preferred Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Experience working with and evaluating data collected by radar systems during test events

Experience with tracking algorithms and track performance metrics

Experience with sensor fusion approaches

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

9 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related fields.

7 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related fields.

4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics 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: https: // hr.gatech.edu/benefits

Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) at Georgia Tech Research Institute aims to enhance the Institute's mission of solving the world's most complex technical problems by creating a workforce with a shared appreciation for diversity, raising awareness around inclusiveness, and fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation for all members of our community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia Tech Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and actively seeks diversity among its employees. Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law.

Posted: 02/14/2023 Closes: 04/14/2023