Senior Scientist

Job overview

The Senior Scientist is a hybrid role based in Arlington, VA. The pay is $139,000 - $170,000 per year. This position supports the Maritime Domain Applications (MDA) Group at STR, a technology company specializing in advanced research and development for national security. The role exists to develop advanced sensing concepts using adaptive signal processing and algorithm development. The scientist will work in multidisciplinary teams to model complex systems and translate mathematical concepts into high-performance software.

What you'll do

• Develop new algorithms and system concepts
• apply mathematics and physics to real-world problems
• model and simulate sensing systems
• evaluate algorithms using MATLAB/Python
• work with engineers to implement solutions
• test advanced sensing capabilities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

arlington va

$139k-$170k/yr

scientist

research

signal processing

algorithm development

defense

hybrid

secret clearance

advanced degree

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Collaborative learning environment, support for deep technical understanding.

Why this role

Requires ability to obtain Secret security clearance; hybrid work arrangement.

About the employer

STR is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.