Research Scientist-Radar

Company: Intelligent Automation, Inc.
Location: Derwood
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is seeking highly motivated Research Scientists with experience in radar theory and simulations, radar system design and signal processing. Job duties include research and development for innovative advanced radar system design, modeling and simulation of advanced radar processing, target detection, Phased Array, digital beamforming, SAR, ISAR, MTI, and target tracking algorithms. U.S. citizenship or green card is required for this job. Required Skills • M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) • Experience in radar system design and simulations • Experience in implementing radar processing algorithms in MATLAB, C/C++, or Java, and generate simulation models to verify the algorithms • Solid background in radar theory and simulations, including Matched filter, Doppler processing (pulse-Doppler, pulse-pair), pulse compression, wideband LFM-NLFM processing Radar waveforms, SAR, Phased-array radar, target tracking, MTI, interference/noise cancellation, and RF jamming • Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills • Experience in authoring technical publications and grant proposals Any experience with supporting advanced prototyping and product development, generating system requirements and design documents, selecting sub-system components, and implementing radar RF front-ends is a plus. About IAI Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is a technology innovation company headquartered in Rockville, MD. For over 30 years, we have specialized in providing advanced technology solutions and R&D services to federal agencies and corporations throughout the United States and internationally. Leveraging agile R&D processes, a multi-disciplinary collaborative environment, and its substantial intellectual property portfolio, IAI excels in developing concepts into market-focused products and customer-driven solutions. IAI’s core R&D areas include: Air Traffic Management, Big Data and Social Media Analytics, Control and Signal Processing, Cyber Security, Education and Training Technologies, Health Technologies, Modeling and Simulation, Networks and Communications, Robotics, and Sensor Systems. US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.

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