Principal RF Research Scientist (RFML/DSP/SDR)

Job description

Principal RF Research Scientist (RFML/DSP/SDR)

Job Locations: US-MD-College Park

Responsibilities

This position requires full-time on-site work at a customer site near College Park, MD.

Key responsibilities may include:

Leading or co-leading the technical design, development, and prototyping of RF sensing/communications solutions including detection/classification, waveform characterization, interference mitigation, spectrum situational awareness, link analysis, or related mission applications

Developing and evaluating DSP algorithms for real-world RF environments

Applying machine learning/deep learning approaches to RF problems

Implementing research prototypes in Python, C, C++, Java, or other languages, with emphasis on reproducibility, performance, and operational relevance

Integration and testing of algorithms on SDR platforms (USRP-class devices) using GNU Radio and/or custom frameworks

Research and prototype against relevant wireless standards and stacks (LTE/5G concepts, open-source implementations, or other waveforms/protocols aligned to program needs)

Production of high-quality technical artifacts and contributing to publications and/or patents where appropriate

Serve as a technical interface with the government customer by leading technical exchanges, communicating results clearly, and translating mission needs into R&D plans

Contributing to business development by supporting capture, authoring technical volumes/whitepapers, developing ROMs, and identifying follow-on opportunities

Mentoring of junior staff and defining technical direction

*This position may be eligible for an increased sign-on bonus. Eligibility, bonus amount, and applicable terms and conditions will be discussed during the recruiting process*

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Qualifications

Required qualifications

Minimum of 12+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 10+ years of experience with a Master's degree, or 8+ years of experience with a Ph.D. in Computer Science or related discipline. In lieu of a Bachelors, an additional 4 years of experience is required for a total of 16 years.

Demonstrated depth in one or more of the following: RFML, DSP, and/or SDR/wireless prototyping

Strong RF fundamentals: sampling, modulation, channel effects, noise/interference, link budgets, synchronization, detection/estimation

Hands-on development experience in Python and/or C/C++ within a SCIF environment

Experience developing and validating prototypes using SDR hardware and/or RF test setups

Proven ability to communicate complex technical work clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ability to work independently, lead small technical teams, and collaborate across disciplines

Experience supporting or leading DoD/IC customer engagement and contributing to proposal/capture activities

US Citizenship is a requirement for this position

This position requires an active/current TS/SCI w/ Polygraph

Preferred qualifications

Strong applied experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch and/or TensorFlow/Keras

Experience with robustness/adversarial considerations in RFML

Experience with real-time or embedded implementation constraints

Familiarity with GNU Radio, UHD, and SDR driver/tooling, to include third-party SDR platforms beyond USRP

Experience with distributed signal processing (multi-sensor, coherent/distributed collections, time sync, networked RF systems)

Familiarity with Linux, Git, containers (Docker/Kubernetes), CI/CD, and reproducible research pipelines

History of publications/patents, conference presentations, or documented technical leadership

Experience in DoD/IC mission environments and/or rapid prototyping for field or operational demonstrations

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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Worksite address

college park, MD, 20741, US

Who can apply

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