RF Cyber Senior Research Engineer

Date Posted:

2025-02-18

Country:

United States of America

Location:

MD720: 9861 Broken Land Pkwy Columbia 9861 Broken Land Parkway Suite 400, Columbia, MD, 21046 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

RTX BBN Technologies (BBN) is seeking a passionate and skilled RF Cyber Research Engineer to contribute to the research and development of next-generation capabilities in the cyber and electromagnetic warfare (EW) domain. This role spans a range of exciting and impactful projects, from algorithm and technique development to software integration for mission-critical systems.

As an RF Cyber Research Engineer, you will work at the intersection of signal processing, RF systems engineering, cybersecurity, and software development to tackle complex challenges related to EW, radar electronic protection (EP), and electronic support measures (ESM). The ideal candidate possess strong technical expertise and a problem-solving mindset, with the ability to rapidly prototype solutions in dynamic and collaborative environments.

BBN solves challenging Cyber/EW type problems of high importance to our customers in the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and Industry. Our team specializes in developing cutting-edge  technologies by combining a fundamental understanding of modern radar and wireless communications system with facilities to conduct advanced research and development via modeling, simulation, experimentation, test, and analysis.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement innovative algorithms and techniques for RF and cyber/EW systems.
• Conduct rapid prototyping of software solutions using MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
• Perform signal processing and analysis to support mission systems.
• Contribute to radar EP and ESM research and capability development.
• Apply software engineering practices to integrate research outputs into operational tools and systems.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to solve challenging problems and deliver actionable results.
• Participate in laboratory and field tests to collect and analyze data, test new capabilities, and perform demonstrations.
• Overnight travel required for certain projects.

Qualifications you Must Have

• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Ph.D., MS plus 3 years, or BS plus 5 years of relevant experience in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.
• Solid foundation in RF signal processing and algorithm development.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply complex technical concepts.
• Execute responsibilities with minimal review or supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• This position requires either a U.S. Person or a Non-U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization.

Qualifications We Prefer - Familiar with all, Expert in some

• Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance.
• Experience conducting research and publishing findings.
• Knowledge of radar systems and electronic protection techniques.
• Knowledge of wireless communications systems.
• Experience working on technical teams on advanced R&D programs (e.g., DARPA, IARPA, AFRL, ONR research projects).
• Experience with one or more of the following:
• Reverse engineering.
• Statistics and machine learning.
• Operating System internals.
• Software-defined radio.
• Assembly programming and knowledge of computer architectures.

What We Offer

Benefits (focus on unique benefits vs. standard).  You may use your current requisition benefits content provided they have been reviewed by your HR Bus. Partner and Recruiter.  Or you may use - Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

•           Relocation Assistance available

•           This position is Onsite at our Columbia, MD or Arlington, VA offices.

To help you achieve your goals, BBN will provide

• A strong leadership team well-versed in government R&D.
• A collaborative and collegial environment to push state-of-the-art research.
• A diverse and technically competent pool of research scientists who are willing to mentor, listen, and help you refine your research vision and goals.
• Business development, programmatic, contracting, finance, and HR support.
• Access, through RTX, to opportunities that help transition your research and ultimately see it fielded.

The salary range for this role is 90,000 USD - 182,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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