Description
Leidos addresses some of the nation's toughest defense challenges through cutting-edge signal processing and data analytics. Our San Diego-based team consists of highly skilled scientists and engineers focused on extracting maximum intelligence from complex radar data for both classified and unclassified systems. We are seeking a motivated and inquisitive candidate who thrives in research, algorithm development, and implementation. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong scientific curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop cutting edge radar signal processing and analysis algorithms for National Defense
Research cutting edge algorithms for radar noise reduction, detection, and characterization
Perform radar data analysis
Create efficient implementations in software
Document results
Work collegially within a talented team of peers
Basic Qualifications
BS degree with 5+ years of prior relevant radar signal processing experience, Masters with 2 years of prior radar signal processing experience or Doctoral degree in a scientific field such as applied math, physics, or engineering.
Able to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance
Experience in scientific algorithm development and radar data analysis.
Excellent analytical and mathematical skills
Fluency in MATLAB, Python, or similar high-level language
Proven track record of innovation, problem solving, and achieving technical results
Strong documentation skills
Required on-site full-time work in San Diego, CA
Preferred Qualifications
An understanding of complex radar phenomenology, detection, and characterization.
Experience programming in C/C++
Comfortable with public speaking and/or customer presentations
Come break things (in a good way). Then build them smarter.
We're the tech company everyone calls when things get weird. We don’t wear capes (they’re a safety hazard), but we do solve high-stakes problems with code, caffeine, and a healthy disregard for “how it’s always been done.”
Original Posting: October 9, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $85,150.00 - $153,925.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at -benefits.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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