Join the BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Mission Engineering Team!  As a Mission Data Processing (MDP) Algorithm Development Engineer, you will design and develop algorithms and models for implementation on and prediction of performance for real-time payload systems.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

What You’ll Do:
 

• Sample algorithms include but are not image processing, clutter suppression, detection, estimation, open- and closed-loop tracking, uncorrelated track determination, Target Object Mapping, Initial Orbit Determination (IOD) and/or Orbit Determination (OD).
• Develop embedded, real-time image/track processing algorithms using temporal, spatial, and/or spectral processing of EO/IR data.
• Support the architecture, design, and development of algorithms, software and hardware systems for a variety of applications including mission data processing systems for Remote Sensing, Space Situational Awareness, Rendezvous and Proximity Operations, Tactical Solutions, and more.
• Develop and communicate mission-level understanding to peers and customers.
• Perform system engineering and modeling & simulation for a variety of tactical and surveillance missions.
• Provide technical direction to junior engineers through the development lifecycle.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

 
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 4 or more years related experience
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active Top Secret security clearance is required.
• Experience with computational science and/or applying advanced math skills to engineering problems.
• Ability to independently solve new algorithm challenges and generate high-level code to develop and analyze algorithm performance.
• Experience with Matlab, Python, or C++.
• Ability to operate at the system level.
• Capability to interact, and work with all engineering disciplines.
• A self-starter mindset and the ability to work both independently and on a team.
• Solid communication, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills plus an ability to lead group discussions.

• BS degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Math, Physics or a related technical field.
• Prior experience working in and with controlled, classified security environments.
• Experience in at least one of the following areas:  Track Processing and/or Image Processing; Artificial Intelligence / Deep Learning; Mission Data Processing experience in OPIR, Space Situational / Domain Awareness (SSA / SDA), and/or Space Control; Data Processing for Remote Sensing or other raw data through actionable products; GPU, FPGA, and/or High Performance Computing (cluster) processing implementations; Initial Orbit Determination, Orbit Determination, and/or 3D trajectory estimation; Understanding and/or experience with implementation of embedded systems; Understanding and/or experience with spectral phenomenology.