Communications and Signal Processing Research and Development Engineer

• Develop, test, and evaluate advanced signal processing algorithms and communication techniques
• Model and simulate communication system physical layer (PHY) protocols and waveforms
• Prototype communication capabilities using software defined radios (SDRs) and open source tools
• Contribute to waveform, modulation, and algorithm design for challenging channel environments
• Perform system level analysis, theoretical evaluation, and performance assessments
• Document findings, prepare recommendations, and present results to sponsors
• Participate in field tests, demonstrations, and stakeholder engagements
• Collaborate with multi disciplinary teams across ARL and with government sponsors

• →Leading technical tasks or project components
• →Conducting feasibility studies and shaping program direction
• →Providing technical mentorship to junior staff or students
• →Contributing to division level research strategies and initiatives

• Technical background in communications and signal processing (e.g., waveform design, detection/estimation, protocol development, or channel modeling)
• Simulation or analysis tools such as MATLAB or Python
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary, team oriented environments
• Express technical ideas clearly through written and oral communication
• Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher, and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility if required

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related field
• SDR development, laboratory or field testing, or data analysis
• Programming experience in Python, C++, MATLAB, or similar languages
• Wireless, underwater, satellite, or optical communication systems
• Communications security, AI/ML for communications, or network protocol development

This position will be fully on-site located in State College, PA, Reston, VA or Annapolis Junction, MD, though options may exist for a hybrid on-site/work from home arrangement based on project needs. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

This role may require periodic CONUS and OCONUS travel to support field tests, demonstrations, or sponsor engagements.

ARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intelligence Community (IC).
For further information on ARL, visit: www.arl.psu.edu
 

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