Ursa Space Systems is building ground-breaking solutions to deliver global intelligence to organizations around the world. Through our SAR/EO/RF satellite network, and data fusion expertise, Ursa Space detects real-time changes in the physical world to expand transparency. Our subscription and custom services enable you to access satellite imagery and analytic results with no geographic, political or weather-related limitations.
Job Summary
We are looking for an attentive and driven Senior Radar Systems Engineer to join our team. Your main duties will be developing, implementing, and testing signal processing algorithms to exploit synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery. Day-to-day responsibilities will be primarily focused around developing code in various stages of maturity (from prototype to production level) in a fast paced environment for Ursa’s ongoing Airborne Moving Target Indicator (AMTI) effort as well as to solve problems in a multitude of Ursa’s other applications. Projects can range from fundamental SAR image processing to geospatial processing to data fusion approaches.
Job Responsibilities
Experience working with classifying objects in SAR imagery.
Contribute to state-of-the-art processing techniques to solve customer problems using commercial SAR imagery
Design SAR collection parameters tailored for AMTI
Evaluate SAR satellite constellations and their orbits for a given use-case
Develop proof-of-concept and production-quality SAR algorithms for AMTI
Perform analysis to determine expected performance of processing algorithms for specific use cases
Participate in agile software development processes to bring algorithms into operational use
Participate in design discussions and code reviews
Communicate effectively and collaborate frequently with peers
Mentor junior members of the engineering team
Lead technical subject areas
Provide technical leadership to projects and programs
All other duties as assigned
Requirements
M.S. in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics and/or other technical discipline
7-10 years of experience
Proficiency in Python and version control software, preferably Git
Prior experience developing or working with remote sensing and signal processing algorithms for various sensing modalities, including SAR, RF, or others
Complete understanding of SAR imaging modes and focusing algorithms
Understanding of commercially available SAR imaging products in various modes
Understanding of radar signal processing algorithms, primarily detection techniques
Ability to communicate technical information clearly and effectively
Experience working on a cross-functional team developing solutions to complex tasks
Active curiosity and a desire to learn and grow as a technical expert
A fast, reliable internet connection if you are working remotely is a must
Preferred Skills/Qualifications
Ph.D. in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or other technical discipline
Image processing techniques
Verification and validation techniques
Modeling and simulation of radar systems and imagery
Familiarity with compensated phase history data (CPHD) format
Prior experience with moving target indication
Computer vision and machine learning techniques
Proficiency in deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras).
Experience with GPU Analytics and GPU accelerated programming
Experience with Cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud Platform)
Experience adhering to security best practices
Prior experience working with government contracts and/or interfacing with external customers
Compensation
$160,000 - $170,000, relative to skills and experience
Location
We are headquartered in Ithaca, NY and have a remote workforce in other locations throughout the United States.
Please note: applications without a relevant cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, we would like to hear your personal voice and learn about your sincere interest in Ursa Space Systems.
Benefits and Perks
Competitive Compensation
Discretionary PTO & Flexible Scheduling
Stock Options
401(k) Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage for you and your dependents
FSA & HSA Plans
Employer-paid Life Insurance
Employer-paid LTD and STD for Parental and Family Care