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Senior Scientist - Optical Signal Processing

Woburn, MA · On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

... simulation, systems engineering, optics modelling • Experience building and delivering technical briefs to peers, senior level executives, and customers • Proficiency in one or more scientific or ...

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... simulation, systems engineering, optics modelling * Experience building and delivering technical briefs to peers, senior level executives, and customers * Proficiency in one or more scientific or ...

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AspectModelling SimulationData Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields; often certifications in simulation softwareBachelor's or higher in Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields; certifications in data analysis tools
Work EnvironmentEngineering labs, research centers, or software development teamsBusiness offices, data centers, or consulting firms
Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and engineering sectorsFinance, marketing, healthcare, and technology sectors
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Modelling Simulation and Data Analyst roles share overlapping skills in data handling and analytical thinking. However, Modelling Simulation focuses on creating and testing models to predict system behavior, often in engineering contexts. Data Analysts interpret data to inform business decisions. Both roles require strong technical skills, but their applications and industries differ significantly.

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Senior Scientist - Optical Signal Processing

Senior Scientist - Optical Signal Processing

STR

Woburn, MA • On-site

$97K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:
STR is a technology company specializing in advanced research and development for defense and national security. They are seeking a Senior Scientist to develop state-of-the-art algorithms for airborne passive optical systems, focusing on detection and exploitation of targets with low signal to noise ratios.
Responsibilities:
• Work closely with program leadership to spearhead efforts that align with program and company priorities
• Conceive, prototype, test, and mature image processing algorithms for critical national security missions
• Document and present products to a community of scientists and subject matter experts
Qualifications:
Required:
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government
• BA, or MS in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline
• 3-5+ years of relevant work experience
• Expertise in two or more of the following areas: Signal processing, Fourier analysis, linear estimation, optimization, adaptive signal processing, AI/ML algorithm development, algorithm development, modeling & simulation, systems engineering, optics modelling
• Experience building and delivering technical briefs to peers, senior level executives, and customers
• Proficiency in one or more scientific or mathematical programming languages, such as MATLAB, Python, and C/C++
• Experienced researcher and team member who is excited to work with mission partners to leverage cutting-edge technology and research for immediate impact
• Excellent communicator and briefer, who is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong mathematical, written, and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
• Active Secret or TS/SCI Clearance
• Demonstrated leadership of complex research, development, and engineering efforts
• Experience with: Passive optical technologies in the defense sector, particularly airborne, downward-looking sensors
• Computer vision techniques such as feature identification/matching/tracking, optical flow, background subtraction, etc
• Interacting with decision-makers and customers to translate mission needs into an end-to-end solution
• Demonstrated ability to conceive, prototype, test, and mature novel algorithms for challenging sensors
Company:
STR is built on people & technology platforms tackling tough problems in cybersecurity, distributed sensing & artificial. Founded in 2010, the company is headquartered in Woburn, USA, with a team of 501-1000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.