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The Sensors & Electromagnetic Applications Laboratory (SEAL) of the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is seeking engineers and scientists who are interested in a research career focused on the development of modern tracking and sensor fusion algorithms. As a researcher in the Air & Missile Defense Division (AMDD), candidates will support the assessment, improvement, and development of state-of-the-art tracking algorithms applied in Army and Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) radars. Researchers will also focus on the interplay between associated command and control, battle management, and communication systems as part of the BMD tracking enterprise. In supporting this research, candidates will have exposure to all aspects of modern phased array radar systems. At GTRI, candidates have an excellent opportunity to grow technically and to support program management and business development activities as their careers evolve.

The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer is responsible for the development and support of state-of-the-art algorithms involving data fusion, sensor fusion, machine learning, manned/unmanned avionics improvement programs, and genetic programming. The Algorithm & Analysis Engineer 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. Additionally, the Algorithm & Analysis Engineer conducts statistical analysis of multi-modal and time-varying data to characterize and quantify system qualities and deficiencies, resulting in recommendations and development of improvements.

• Perform data cleaning and fundamental data analysis, with guidance only as needed, generating new tools with significant reusability.
• Design and execute algorithm tests with limited oversight.
• Serve in a leading role in algorithm design discussions for defined portions of programs.
• Design larger portions of algorithms and testing with minimal oversight
• Lead sections of technical report execution
• Lead discussions with sponsors for large portions of research
• Work with independence at sponsor sites under guidance of technical leads
• Materially contribute to discussions for technical journal articles and conference presentations
• Conduct literature searches related to research focus areas.
• Mentor student researchers and facilitate their technical development and tasking.

• Developing target tracking and track fusion algorithms.
• Developing Matlab based models of the target, radar, and tracking algorithms.
• Developing track metrics and assessing track performance.
• Briefing sponsors on a regular basis.
• Documenting research in briefings, papers, and reports.

• Candidates currently enrolled in an accredited degree program relevant to this position will be considered. The candidate must have a graduation date of no later than May 2024.
• Research experience in target tracking

• Active Secret Clearance
• PhD degree with a minimum of 2 years of work experience in target tracking.
• Personal experience developing tracking algorithms for Ballistic Missile Defense applications.

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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 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook

• 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 3 years of related experience with a Masters' degree in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 0 years of related experience with a Ph.D. in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related field.

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance.

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:

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