LESenior Radar Signal Processing Engineer
LeoLabs provides commercial Space Domain Awareness (SDA) services and low Earth orbit (LEO) mapping, utilizing a global network of ground-based radars to track satellites and space debris for safer space operations.
At LeoLabs, our core values of Innovation, Integrity, and Impact guide everything we do. We foster an environment where bold ideas are encouraged, doing the right thing is fundamental, and our work makes a meaningful difference in safeguarding space and our way of life on Earth. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to building the world’s most comprehensive living map of orbital activity, designed to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our era. Together, we are preserving the U.S. and Allied advantage in space, driving the growth of the global economy, and enabling the future of space exploration and innovation.
The Opportunity LeoLabs is hiring a Senior Radar Signal Processing Engineer to architect, develop, implement, and deploy new digital signal processing (DSP) algorithms on our proliferated network of phased-array radars. Through developing new signal processing algorithms, you will actively contribute to growing the utility, application, and mission impact of LeoLabs’ radars. You will join the Radar Systems team, and report to the Senior Manager of Radar Systems.
Qualifications·BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or another technical field·Minimum of 5 years of on the job experience in sensor data processing·Significant, demonstrable experience using Python, C, or C++·Demonstrated experience in the design, development, and deployment of DSP algorithms·Able to hold a USA security clearance
Preferred qualifications·Experience prototyping DSP algorithms in Python or Matlab·Experience in developing and deploying DSP algorithms for GPUs·Deploying to and debugging production algorithms·Desired experience in some (not all) of the following areas:o Radar target parameter estimation (range, velocity, angle-or-arrival, etc.)o Experience working with raw complex IQ datao Tracking algorithm development (e.g. Kalman filters)o Detection and estimation theory (e.g. CFAR detector development)o Electronic protectiono US security clearance
Within 1 month, you’ll:·Complete our onboarding program designed to get you up to speed on our business, vision and team·Gain an understanding about how your role fits into LeoLabs broader organization·Ramp up on LeoLabs engineering stack
Within 3 months, you’ll:·Develop and implement advanced DSP algorithms for the real-time processing of phased-array radar data·Lead a deployment of your own code to the radar network·Join our on-call rotation, supporting our global network of radars
Within 6 months, you’ll:·Select DSP architectures that optimize data throughput·Work on developing new modes of radar tracking·Develop solutions to help get the most out of each radar in our network
Within 12 months, you’ll:·Be responsible for all parts of the LeoLabs DSP Pipeline·Make performance improvements to our processing to scale to new radar designs·Work on processing untasked radar modes
Salary offers are based on a combination of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, and location. The base salary range for this position $156,000 - 180,000 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We do not work with outside staffing agencies ITAR REQUIREMENTSTo conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More information regarding ITAR can be found at DDTC’s website
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LeoLabs is a global leader in providing commercial Space Domain Awareness (SDA) services and low Earth orbit (LEO) mapping. Founded in 2016 as a spinout from SRI International, the company leverages a worldwide network of advanced, ground-based phased-array radars to track satellites and space debris. This network provides high-resolution data, enabling LeoLabs to offer critical services such as rapid orbit determination, early operational support for new launches, and ongoing conjunction awareness to prevent collisions in space. The company's mission is to safeguard operations in LEO, making space safer and more sustainable for commercial satellite operators, government regulatory bodies, and space agencies globally.
LeoLabs' technology stack, known as LeoLabs Vertex™, is the world's first vertically integrated commercial space operations platform. It combines data from its proliferated radar network with sophisticated AI-powered analytics to deliver persistent orbital intelligence. This allows military space commands, civil government agencies, and commercial operators to confidently detect, track, characterize, and respond to threats and hazards in space. The company is committed to building a living map of activity in orbit, supporting secure, safe, and dynamic space operations. LeoLabs has a global presence with offices and team members worldwide to support its expanding radar network and international customer base, which includes the U.S. Department of Defense and space agencies of numerous allied nations. The company continues to innovate and expand its capabilities, addressing the increasing congestion and contention in LEO.
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