Principal, Applied TechnologistL3Harris • Nashville, Indiana, USA

Principal, Applied Technologist

L3Harris • Nashville, Indiana, USA

1 day ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

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

Serve as a subject matter expert on detection tracking and defeat of small UAS threats using multi-sensor fusion and AI / ML.

Design and evaluate techniques for UAS discrimination radar-video fusion and micro-Doppler exploitation.

Lead experimentation involving radar RF and EO / IR sensors for CUxS mission scenarios.

Collaborate with systems and electronic warfare engineers to integrate CUxS solutions into operational architectures.

Support technology transition to fielded platforms through prototype demonstrations TRL maturation and customer engagement.

Autonomy & Multi-Domain Integration

Develop autonomy and decision-support algorithms leveraging radar and sensor inputs for real-time threat response.

Contribute to the development of intelligent sensor networks cognitive distributed sensing and collaborative autonomous systems.

Evaluate autonomy frameworks for mission execution target prioritization and adaptive response under contested conditions.

Collaborate with autonomy C2 and networking teams to create integrated resilient systems for air land and maritime operations.

Research Leadership & Collaboration

Act as Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI on advanced R&D projects and proposals to DoD and allied agencies.

Mentor scientists and engineers fostering a culture of technical excellence innovation and publication.

Partner with external research organizations universities and labs to expand ATGs research footprint.

Author white papers patents and journal publications that establish ATG as a thought leader in radar and autonomy domains.

Qualifications Required :

PhD in Electrical Engineering Physics Computer Science or related field.

10 years of experience in radar systems sensor fusion or autonomous systems R&D.

Proven leadership as PI or senior technical lead on DoD or government-funded programs.

Expertise in radar signal processing micro-Doppler analysis or counter-UAS sensing.

Hands-on experience with RF hardware radar data collection and AI / ML-based classification.

Strong programming background (Python MATLAB C / C C#) and proficiency with ML and DSP toolchains.

Active or eligible for a DoD Secret clearance.

Preferred

Experience with cognitive radar networks multi-static or distributed sensing architectures.

Background in EW RF interference mitigation or spectrum operations.

Experience transitioning R&D prototypes into operational or fielded systems.

Knowledge of autonomy frameworks (ROS2 Autoware Simulink) and embedded AI.

Competencies

Radar Mastery : Deep understanding of radar physics signal processing and system design.

CUxS Expertise : Proven experience addressing evolving small-UAS threats through multi-sensor integration.

Applied Autonomy : Ability to design intelligent adaptive and resilient autonomous systems.

Innovation Leadership : Strong record of advancing ideas from concept through prototype to transition.

Mission Orientation : Passion for developing technologies that ensure operational superiority and safety of forces.

Mentorship : Commitment to developing the next generation of radar and autonomy scientists.

Travel

Travel up to 30% for experimentation field testing and collaboration with partners and customers.

Security Clearance Requirement

Active or eligible for U.S. DoD Secret clearance.

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