Sensor Software Engineer

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MITRE’s Multi-Int Exploitation Mission Enabler department effectively combines the deep technical knowledge required to develop capabilities with critical domain knowledge to harness and shape those capabilities to meet multiple sponsor mission needs. We have the technical depth and breadth to thrive in mission focused R&D/S&T organizations and the well-earned sponsor credibility to execute work programs relating to research, analysis, prototyping, T&E, etc.

We seek motivated individuals who are interested in applying sensors, AI/ML systems, and data engineering for the exploitation of multiple data types to include remote sensing data. Remote Sensing data refers to those collected using infrared imagery (OPIR), hyperspectral imagery (HSI), radar (SAR/GMTI), full motion video (FMV), Wide Are Motion Imagery (WAMI), and 3D data from a range of sources.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize software applications and embedded solutions using Python and C for sensing, imaging, and platform integration tasks.
• Support the design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting of hyperspectral sensor hardware, optical systems, and related components.
• Perform hyperspectral data analysis and exploitation, including the development and application of anomaly detection and target detection techniques.
• Conduct multispectral image processing and analysis, with emphasis on anomaly detection, target detection, and extraction of actionable insights from imagery.
• Integrate, configure, and support small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), including sensor and gimbal payload integration, flight dynamics programming, and mission system testing.
• Perform sUAS firmware upgrades, hardware repairs, and system maintenance, and adjust or modify flight control parameters to improve platform performance and mission effectiveness.
• Program, operate, and maintain 3D printing systems to support rapid prototyping, fabrication, and development of custom components.
• Build, assemble, test, and repair electronic circuits and custom cable assemblies to support sensor, platform, and system integration requirements.
  
  

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Experience with front-end and back-end development
• Proficiency with Python and C
• Active Top Secret clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required
• This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site presence.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with sUAS flight control and programming
• Experience with hyperspectral image processing
  
  

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

Top Secret

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$129,200 - $161,500 - $193,800 Annual

Work Location Type:

Hybrid

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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