MIT Lincoln Laboratory · 5 hours ago
Associate Staff
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$116K/yr - $140K/yr
3+ years expMIT Lincoln Laboratory is a leading research institution focused on enhancing the effectiveness of U.S. Air Force operations through innovative air defense solutions. The Associate Staff role involves advancing sensor technologies through testing, analysis, and collaboration with engineers to ensure high-quality data collection and reporting.
BiotechnologyNational DefenseInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop expertise in sensor systems to operate them during tests and collect critical data
Plan and execute laboratory, field, and flight tests of advanced RF, IR, and optical sensors, ensuring high-quality data collection
Analyze test data and collaborate with the team to produce actionable reports
Support design, integration, and verification of testbeds, radars, and sensors for future testing
Participate in test planning, operations, and data analysis, presenting findings to stakeholders
Mentor junior staff and interns, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth
Communicate effectively with teams and stakeholders to refine methodologies and share results
Demonstrate curiosity and initiative, exploring new technologies to enhance testing capabilities
Collaborate with engineers and scientists to troubleshoot and create end-to-end systems
Travel domestically to support field and flight tests, adapting to dynamic environments
Develop innovative solutions for testing challenges, improving methodologies and systems
Promote mentorship and inclusion, encouraging diverse perspectives and a positive team culture
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
In lieu of a Master's degree, a Bachelor's degree and 3 years of directly applicable experience will be considered
Practical test experience with RF, IR, radar or optical sensors and data analysis
Proven ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communications skills
Knowledge of automated design tools, software engineering languages such as C/C++, or experience with data analysis tools such as MATLAB
Design and assembly of hardware or software systems, experience with embedded systems, signal/image processing or data collection systems in the RF/IR/optical domains is desired
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
MIT-funded pension
Matching 401K
Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
Mentorship programs
A range of work-life balance options
... and much more!
Company
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center chartered to apply advanced technology to problems of national security.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Israel Soibelman
Chief Strategy Officer
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