Signal Processing and Prototyping for RF Systems
Date: Feb 2, 2026
Location: Lexington, MA, US
Company: MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The Advanced Undersea Systems and Technology Group develops innovative technology for U.S. undersea and counter-undersea systems. Our focus areas include acoustic and non-acoustic sensing, advanced signal processing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, autonomous systems, and systems analysis. Our technology is hosted on manned and unmanned undersea, surface, and air vehicles as well as fixed sensors. Our technical staff members hold advanced degrees in electrical engineering, physics, applied mathematics, ocean engineering, and computer science. The group engages in all phases of technology development from performance assessment to prototyping and testing for a variety of Department of Defense users, sponsors, and industry. In addition, our group provides our collaboration partners with undersea domain and technology expertise to inform and motivate concept development in areas such as energy systems, communications, and sensing. As part of MIT, our group collaborates closely with academic partners and publishes research in top-tier venues.
Job Description
The Advanced Undersea Systems and Technology Group is seeking a scientist or engineer to contribute to the research and deployment of novel capabilities for RF systems. The ideal candidate will have interest in RF capability prototyping from initial systems analysis through advanced signal processing and a desire to learn more through collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
The group welcomes applicants with a background in one or more of the following technical disciplines: electrical engineering, computer engineering, applied mathematics, computer science or data science. Experience with systems analysis, RF prototyping, signal processing and/or estimation is a plus.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to improve the capabilities of undersea systems, sensors and platforms through hardware and algorithm development, data analysis from operational environments, and application of novel algorithms to emerging mission areas.
Required Education/Skills:
- Masters in electrical engineering, applied mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, computer science or related technical field. In lieu of a Masters, applicants with an BS and 1 to 2 years of experience will also be considered.
- Ability to program in a scientific programming language (e.g. MATLAB or Python)
- Experience with signal processing for passive RF or acoustic systems
- Active TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Skills:
- Ability to communicate with and present to a variety of audiences
- Experience with design trades relevant to multi-channel RF systems
- Experience with RF system prototyping
Recent Graduate Hiring Range: $116,400 - $140,000
Experienced Hiring Range: $116,400 - $182,200
Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including—but not limited to—the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate’s experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements. This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits.
At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
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MIT-funded pension
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Matching 401K
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Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
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Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
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Mentorship programs
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A range of work-life balance options
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... and much more!
Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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