Engineer II - Algorithm Developer

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.

Apply knowledge and skills on non-routine projects.

Contribute to the completion of project milestones.

Reviewed work with project technical leads.

Interact with colleagues at any level.

Assist in preparing presentations and documents.

Rapid prototyping of research and development (R&D) algorithms including (but not limited to): image processing, signal processing, computer vision, fusion, detection, tracking, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and object characterization.

Automation of algorithms to support batch processing and near-real-time processing of multiple intelligence sources including: imagery, video, time-series signals, detection, and tracking products.

Develop novel algorithms based on customer needs, project requirements, journal article descriptions, and team brainstorming sessions.

Analyze algorithm performance and communicate performance metrics to peers, task leads, and customers.

Document research through technical reports, algorithm description documentation, and briefings.

Collaborate in an R&D team environment.

Develop, optimize, test, evaluate, and integrate scientific algorithms using high-level computing languages (typically Python, MATLAB).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.