Principal, Applied Technologist

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Job Title : Principal Applied Technologist (Radar, CUxS, and Autonomous Systems)

Job Number : 30920

Job Location : Nashville, TN (On Site)

Schedule : 9 / 80

Clearance : Must Have the Ability to Obtain and Maintain a DoD Security Clearance Which Requires U.S. Citizenship

Summary

The Principal Applied Technologist (Radar, CUxS, and Autonomous Systems) serves as a senior technical leader within the Advanced Technology Group (ATG), driving research and development in advanced radar sensing, counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUxS), and autonomous mission technologies.

This role blends deep expertise in radar phenomenology, AI / ML-enabled sensing, and multi-domain autonomy to deliver breakthrough capabilities that enhance detection, decision-making, and survivability in complex operational environments. The ideal candidate combines scientific depth with hands-on systems experience, translating innovative concepts into field-ready solutions that strengthen U.S. and allied mission advantage.

Key Responsibilities :

Radar & Sensor Systems Research

• Lead applied research and experimentation in radar signal processing, micro-Doppler, and sensor fusion for target detection, recognition, and classification.
• Develop algorithms and architectures for advanced radar applications including cognitive radar, multi-static sensing, and distributed radar networks.
• Conduct system modeling, simulation, and performance analysis of radar and EO / IR sensor integration.
• Investigate and prototype new radar modes and waveform techniques for CUxS and ISR applications.
• Advance radar-based perception pipelines for use in autonomous and semi-autonomous systems.

Counter-UAS (CUxS) Innovation & Development

Autonomy & Multi-Domain Integration

Research Leadership & Collaboration

Qualifications Required :

Preferred

Competencies

Travel

Security Clearance Requirement

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