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Assistant Research Engineer

Michigan Technological University

United States, Michigan, Houghton

1400 Townsend Drive (Show on map)

Jun 10, 2025

Department: Michigan Tech Research Institute

Summary	MTRI (www.mtri.org) is seeking a highly motivated, intellectually curious professional interested in conducting cutting-edge research related to the physics of remote sensing and imaging. This position is for an entry level research engineer who is interested in supporting ongoing research projects for government and commercial customers. An ideal candidate will have experience in developing and implementing RF signal processing algorithms on edge processors including RF System-on-a-Chip (RFSoC) devices with applications in radar and/or signal intelligence.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties	1. Participate as an integral team member on multi-disciplinary research relating to applying technical skills to solve governmental and societal needs. 2. Provide technical, analytical, and numerical support for ongoing research and development projects related to the physics of remote sensing and imaging. 3. Design, implement, and evaluate signal processing algorithms for RF systems with emphasis on edge processors. 4. Contribute technical expertise to symposia, journal articles, and technical reports. 5. Prepare and deliver reports or presentations of research projects/analysis results to project sponsors as appropriate. 6. Contribute to the generation of proposals and external funding. 7. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures	B.S. in electrical engineering, or a similar related field.
Required Experience	* Experience with developing signal processing algorithms for embedded systems starting from prototyping languages including Matlab and Python * Experience with Matlab/Simulink for embedded systems * Experience with Matlab HDL Coder * Experience with RFSoC devices
Desirable Education and/or Experience	* Experience with Vivado (Xilinx) for HDL development * Familiarity with phased array radar hardware * Familiarity with basic processing algorithms for signal intelligence gathering
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance, which requires United States citizenship * Excellent interpersonal, oral/written, and presentation communication skills * Demonstrated ability to participate in team projects * Ability to take direction but work without continuous oversight. * Ability to exercise discretion and sound judgment with respect to significant matters related to job duties. * Demonstrated commitment to a healthy work environment
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Highly motivated, self-starter * Ability to communicate ideas clearly at meetings and symposia * Knowledge and experience with the development and analysis of remote sensing systems
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment	Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: * Employee Safety Overview * Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training * Annual Data Security Training * Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)	100%
FLSA Status	Exempt
Appointment Term	12 months
Shift
Pay Rate/Salary	Negotiable Based on Experience
Title of Position Supervisor	Research Engineer II
Posting Type	Internal & External
Dependent on Funding	True
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)	Full ensured consideration will be given to applicants who apply on or before 11:55pm on June 24, 2025.
Additional Information	Supervisory Responsibilities Supervision will be exercised over student interns on a project-by-project basis

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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