SLD Algorithm Engineer - Tracking

We are seeking an experienced Algorithm Engineer to support the development of a complex defense command-and-control system., This position will lead the design, development, analysis, and implementation of mathematical algorithms supporting real-time tracking and sensor discrimination. The engineer will develop algorithm prototypes in MATLAB and/or Python and help transition those algorithms into Java-based tactical software., * Design and develop complex mathematical algorithms supporting tracking, data fusion, sensor discrimination, classification, signal processing, and related mission functions.

• Develop algorithm concepts, prototypes, whitepapers, design documentation, and other technical artifacts.
• Implement or oversee the implementation of algorithms in Java-based, real-time tactical systems.
• Develop MATLAB and/or Python prototypes before transitioning algorithms into tactical Java software.
• Participate in software design reviews, code reviews, integration, testing, and verification activities.
• Analyze algorithm and system performance, investigate unexpected behavior, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Develop automated unit tests and verify software against established requirements.
• Review systems engineering artifacts, including interface control documents, use cases, and sequence diagrams.
• Present algorithm designs, software approaches, and test results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in Agile planning, work decomposition, sprint planning, and execution.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, integration and test, deployment, and operational support teams.

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Experience: 7+ years Certification: No IAT certification required. Security+ is preferred., * Active DoD Secret clearance.

• At least 7 years of experience designing and developing complex mathematical algorithms.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Data fusion
• Tracking and correlation
• Transferable belief models
• Signal or radar signal processing
• Sensor discrimination or classification
• Kalman filtering
• Experience developing algorithm prototypes and transitioning them into real-time software implementations.
• Experience implementing mathematical algorithms in Java or overseeing their implementation.
• Experience with MATLAB and/or Python.
• Experience analyzing, testing, and verifying algorithm design and performance.
• Experience supporting the full software development lifecycle.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze system behavior, determine root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment., * Missile defense tracking or sensor discrimination experience.
• Experience developing algorithms for data fusion, tracking, correlation, guidance, battle management, or radar management.
• Experience developing Java-based military or command-and-control applications.
• Experience working within the missile defense domain.
• Experience with Agile software development, sprint planning, and technical leadership.
• Experience developing software within a DevSecOps environment.
• Experience developing Java applications on Unix or Linux platforms.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, Eclipse, Maven, Gradle, SonarQube, or similar tools.
• Experience developing automated unit tests and verifying requirements.
• Experience with software integration and system-level testing.
• Security+ certification.