Job Description
About the Team
The Sensors Division at STR focuses on technology development for advanced sensor systems and platforms in support of national security. The Systems Autonomy Analysis and Modeling (SAAM) Group within the Sensors Division develops adapts and applies cutting-edge autonomy research to solve real-world problems on the foundation of physics-based modeling and simulation. Algorithmic areas of interest include AI/ML controls theory sensor signal processing (especially radar and EO/IR) tracking optimization and resource allocation. Application domains include: manned air platforms (e.g. the F-35 Joint Simulation Environment) unmanned air platforms and space assets primarily for the Air Force and Navy as well as DARPA research programs.
The Role:
The SAAM Group is seeking a Senior Researcher to research design develop and implement a portfolio of capabilities to further our autonomy mission. You will participate in multi-disciplinary teams spread across multiple STR campuses to plan and execute technical efforts prepare reports & deliver talks for customers contribute to proposal efforts and develop innovative solutions to complex and challenging national security problems. Specifically you will focus on innovating and applying AI/ML and other decision-making algorithms to develop autonomy capabilities particularly in simulation.
A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to successfully carry out research projects and make rapid progress with limited supervision. This position also requires skills in software development oral communication written communications and peer leadership.
Interviews for this role will require an in-person or virtual presentation.
What you will do:
- Design develop and modify cutting-edge machine learning and other algorithms to conduct studies and form conclusions for autonomy and other challenges
- Create expand upgrade and maintain algorithms in software
- Design develop validate and manage large-scale simulations and simulation tools
- Contribute to comprehensive technical reports and presentations for government customers articulating the implications of simulation findings on national security
Who you are:
- This position requires the ability to obtain a Security Clearance at the Secret (S) level for which US citizenship is needed by the U.S government
- BS +5 years’ experience MS +3 years’ experience or PhD in Electrical Engineering Physics Applied Mathematics or related field
- Good programming skills in one or more scientific programming languages such as C/C++ Python or MATLAB; preferably in Linux.
- Some experience or interest in at least two of the following: machine learning algorithm development modeling & simulation optimization controls signal processing tracking electronic warfare resource allocation.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
Even better:
- Active Secret or TS/SCI clearance
- Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering Physics Applied Mathematics or related field
- Experience with mission simulators such as AFSIM or NGTS or physics-based simulators such as XPatch or Crisp
- Experience with machine learning tasks such as image recognition deep reinforcement learning semantic segmentation graph neural networks and tools such as PyTorch Tensorboard and Ray.
- Experience writing proposals and/or giving briefings to both highly technical and less technical audiences
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $134000 - $174000
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors such as but not limited to the candidate’s experience education training key skills/critical skills security clearances and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston MA Arlington VA near Dayton OH Melbourne FL and Carlsbad CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense intelligence and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors radar sonar communications and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people culture and attitude along with their unique set of skills experiences and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) marital status national origin age veteran status disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
Skills Required
- BS +5 years' experience MS +3 years' experience or PhD in Electrical Engineering Physics Applied Mathematics or related field
- Ability to obtain a Security Clearance at the Secret (S) level
- Good programming skills in scientific programming languages such as C/C++ Python or MATLAB preferably in Linux
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
What the Team is Saying
STR Compensation & Benefits Highlights
- Healthcare Strength—Health coverage is described as “great” across medical dental and vision for employees and families. Feedback suggests core healthcare is a defining strength of the package.
- Retirement Support—Retirement support features a “generous 401k matching” alongside long‑term savings elements. Feedback suggests these offerings bolster financial security beyond base pay.
- Flexible Benefits—Flexible schedules and “meeting‑free Fridays” are emphasized to support balance. Feedback suggests day‑to‑day flexibility is a tangible part of the total rewards.
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What We Do
STR makes the world a safer place by developing technology and applying it to solve emerging national security challenges.
Why Work With Us
We believe in a people-first culture. Yes we are scientists engineers and researchers but first we are people. Our environment is designed to foster innovation by encouraging our employees to work collaboratively on things they are passionate about. We also really like to have fun. We believe that working hard and playing hard go hand in hand.
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05/26/2026
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