Algorithm Developer
Summary
Develops signal processing algorithms for a multi-GNSS receiver system at Rincon Research, implementing them in gateware, firmware, or software for US Defense and Intelligence Community missions. Requires deep DSP/GNSS expertise, an active SECRET clearance, and close collaboration across hardware, firmware, systems, and test teams.
Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?
At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.
Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee owned company, is seeking a talented, tenacious, results-driven individual to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact.
Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!
What are the primary responsibilities in the Algorithm Developer position?
The position requires developing algorithms for a multi-GNSS receiver system in which the hardware target is being developed concurrently. Algorithm implementations may be done in gateware, firmware, or software depending on the real time impact of processing allocations. This role requires a self-starter with the ability and desire to achieve project-wide situational awareness. This role requires working well with all functional areas: systems engineering, hardware, firmware/gateware, software, development, integration and test, project management, and project stakeholders including customers.
What required background will make you successful?
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field
- A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Expertise in signal processing for GNSS systems
- Knowledge of multiple DSP systems and their implementations
- Experience with model based system engineering
- Basic understanding of electronic hardware such as microprocessors, FPGAs, and GPUs
- Experience with agile development
- Ability to perform in both rapid-prototyping and formal-process environments
- Active SECRET security clearance
- US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
Preferred skills:
- Masters or PhD in a STEM field
- Experience with hardware in the loop simulation
- Skill developing with Python
- Experience with Kalman filters
- Experience using GitLab
- Knowledge of airborne signal processing
- Understanding of computer networks
Where is the position located?
This position will be located on site at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters..
*The likely salary range for this position is $152,000 to $185,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
What benefits does RRC offer?
- 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
- Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
- Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
- Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
- Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan
- Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan
Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.