Radar Interferometry Algorithm Developer Raytheon
Pasadena, CA

Job Description

Raytheon Pasadena is looking for a Radar Interferometry Algorithm Developer to contribute to exciting mission work studying hazards and global environmental change. Mission data will reveal information about the evolution and state of the Earth crust, help scientists better understand Earth processes and changing climate, and aid future resource and hazard management.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Designing, implementing, testing, and validating algorithms and ground processing software that will produce NISAR data products distributed to science users and the public
* Algorithms may include SAR image formation and RFI mitigation; polarimetric SAR and InSAR signal processing; phase unwrapping; SAR/InSAR calibration, validation, and quality assurance tools; and atmospheric and ionospheric corrections


* Adapting and processing simulated and actual SAR data for algorithm testing and validation
* Use and contribute to the open source InSAR Scientific Computing Environment (ISCE)
* Work collaboratively with other engineers to develop, test, and deliver complex algorithms and software systems
* Understand and apply principles, theories, concepts, and techniques in radar processing and software development
* Communicate results to other project elements and the scientific community

Education / Work Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Geophysics, Computer Science, or closely related technical discipline with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.

Required Skills:

* Experience with SAR and SAR interferometry software development
* Strong Python and C++ skills
* Strong communication skills, especially writing

Desirable Skills

* Higher-level algorithm and processing experience for an InSAR science application
* Broad knowledge of signal processing with applications to radar
* Extensive knowledge of computer programming and software development
* Strong communication skills, especially writing
* Ability to work well in a team environment
* Hands-on radar calibration and operational processing experience
* Experience developing and processing in a cloud-computing environment
* Additional earth remote sensing and GIS software knowledge

Work Location:

The work will be performed in Pasadena CA

This position requires either a U.S. Person who is eligible to obtain any required Export Authorization. 139480 Business Unit Profile

Raytheon Intelligence, Information and Services delivers innovative technology to make the world a safer place. Our expertise in cyber, analytics and automation allow us to reach beyond what others think is possible to underpin national security and give our global customers unique solutions to solve the most pressing modern challenges -- from the cyber domain to automated operations, and from intelligent transportation and training solutions to creating clear insight from large volumes of data. IIS operates at nearly 550 sites in 80 countries, and is headquartered in Dulles, Virginia. The business area generated $6.2 billion in 2018 revenues. As a global business, our leaders must have the ability to understand, embrace and operate in a multicultural world -- in the marketplace and the workplace. We strive to hire people who reflect our communities and embrace diversity and inclusion to advance our culture, develop our employees, and grow our business.

Relocation Eligible

No

Clearance Type

None / Not Required

Expertise

Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Atmospheric/Space Science

Computer Science

Data Science

Software Engineering

Systems Engineering

Type Of Job

Full Time

Work Location

CA - Pasadena

Raytheon is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.