SET Corporation - At the Intersection of Science, Engineering & Technology


	Our current job openings are provided at the links below. Embedded Systems Engineer Defense Electronics Systems Expert: Trainer/Technician Senior Signal Processing Engineer RF Surveillance Systems Scientist Signal Processing and Algorithm Engineer Senior Information Assurance Architect Computer Vision Software Engineer Sensor Processing Engineer Defense Operations Expert: Trainer/Technician Computer Vision Scientist Knowledge Discovery Researcher Senior Software Engineer Signal Processing Scientist/Developer Embedded Systems Engineer Job Description SET Corporation is actively seeking a qualified candidate with five to seven years’ experience implementing real-time embedded software for radar signal synthesis, capture and processing. The ideal candidate must have experience implementing FPGA firmware, DSP and GPP software on real-time embedded processing hardware using real-time operating systems. Working knowledge of signal processing algorithms and techniques is a plus. Required Skills · Embedded systems implementation experience using FPGA and DSP hardware · Development experience using real-time operating systems · The preferred candidate will have experience with Matlab, Python, C/C++ · BS/MS in electrical engineering or computer science required · This position requires U.S citizenship and an active U.S. security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a U.S. clearance Job Location Arlington, VA Position Type Full-Time/Regular Defense Electronics Systems Expert: Trainer/Technician Job Description The successful candidate will join a diverse team of engineers and military subject matter experts as a principal trainer/electronics field technician on one or more projects involving ground-based RF and optical sensor systems. In this role you must be: • Capable of performing basic electronics lay outs, builds, tests, troubleshooting, repairs and modification of developmental and production electronic equipment and systems. • Responsible for training military operators, commercial end users, and field technicians on all aspects of operating ground-based RF and optical sensor equipment. • Familiar with and capable of development of tactically sound operational employment plans. • Able to support fielding and installation of military sensor equipment in real world applications. This requires deployment overseas to semi-austere environments for short periods of time. Responsibilities In addition to the aforementioned electronic tasks, the successful candidate is responsible for the development of training and logistics plans, instruction manuals, and system performance reports. He/she must provide subject matter expertise to a team of software and system engineers in order to optimize sensor system performance. The ideal candidate must have real world experience operating and maintaining electronic defense systems involved in stand-off threat screening of human subjects. Required Skills At least 4 years of military experience in a technical, electronics-focused or combat-arms related field. Working knowledge of electronic sensor system function and operation. Experience/familiarity with military force protection, checkpoint operations, and screening techniques is a plus. Must have experience in teaching, training, and instructing large groups. Strong electronics and communication skills, in addition to exceptional written and oral communication skills, are essential. This position requires an active United States security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a US clearance. Must be able to obtain medical clearance to deploy overseas. Job Location Arlington, VA Position Type Full-Time/Regular Senior Signal Processing Engineer Job Description SET Corporation is actively seeking qualified candidates in the Research and Development of Signal Processing software for detecting, tracking, and classifying objects of interest. This work involves hands-on design, development, and testing of high-level software programs for use in self contained, stand-alone fully integrated systems, as well as development of low level, real-time embedded code that processes incoming signals from multiple sensor technologies. The position is responsible for supporting data analysis, software/hardware integration, optimizing software for implementation in the field, and modifying algorithms and/or software code to collect, analyze and exploit data. The ideal candidate will be a key contributor to concept development and code execution. Must be a team player who can work from a high level “wish list” to take a concept and run with it, understand and implement algorithms, and develop software to collect, analyze and exploit data. The candidate will construct software simulations from verbal instructions; work with algorithm developers to take “white board” concepts and develop them into software prototypes, and modify algorithms and/or software as necessary when implementation problems are encountered. Required Skills The preferred candidate will possess an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a closely related discipline and 3+ years experience developing software for data analysis, visualization and/or signal processing applications. Must be proficient in appropriate programming and prototyping languages, such as C/C++, Matlab and Python. Experience with Java, the ability to program FPGA devices VHDL, and experience working with DSP devices in C/C++ and assembly language are considered definite pluses. Direct experience with hardware/software integration and systems engineering is highly desired. Experience with radar signal processing is considered a definite plus. This position requires U.S citizenship and an active U.S. security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a U.S. clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA Position Type Full-Time/Regular RF Surveillance Systems Scientist Job Description The successful candidate will join an outstanding sensor and signal processing R&D group as a principal investigator on one or more projects involving applications of RADAR, signals intelligence (SIGINT) and/or communications systems. Develop novel concepts, design algorithms, design and rapidly prototype systems in the field of radio frequency (RF) surveillance systems. Applications of interest include airborne and ground-based SAR and MTI radar, emitter detection, geolocation and copy, and fusion with EO/IR/LADAR. The successful candidate will be capable of performing original research, leading a small team of researchers and engineers, and winning new business from commercial and government clients. Required Skills Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 5 or more years hands-on research in RADAR and/or SIGINT systems. Experience performing and leading original research in RF-surveillance system applications. Current knowledge of research literature with a history of publication in the field. In-depth understanding of the latest RADAR and SIGINT research. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. This position requires an active United States security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a US clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA or Dayton, OH Position Type Full-Time/Regular Signal Processing and Algorithm Engineer Job Description SET Corporation is actively seeking qualified candidates in the Research, Development, and Implementation of Radar Signal Processing Algorithms for imaging, change detection, tracking, and classifying objects of interest. This work will include hands-on design, development, experimentation, and testing of exploitation algorithms for synthetic aperture radars and also involves efficient implementation of developed algorithms on appropriate processors. Required Qualifications Masters Degree or Bachelors in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics or related major. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and must have or be eligible to receive a U.S. security clearance. Required Skills Experience developing and implementing advanced signal processing algorithms and the processing and analysis of measured data. Candidates should posses a basic understanding and interest in radar scattering and radar signal processing. The candidate is expected to be proficient in appropriate programming and scripting languages, such as Matlab, C/C++, Python, and Perl. Experience and interest in efficient implementation of algorithms on processors such as multi-core CPU and GPU processors. Less critical, but desirable: theoretical and statistical understanding of radar signal processing algorithms for imaging, change detection, target detection, tracking, and classification. Job Location Arlington, VA or Dayton, OH Position Type Full-Time/Regular Senior Information Assurance Architect Job Description The Information Assurance (IA) Architect will support government customers in the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community to securely develop and deploy various strategic capabilities for cloud computing and virtualization. The bulk of the work includes determining security requirements, designing security architectures, guiding developers on secure implementations and security best practices, and fully supporting certification & accreditation (C&A) processes. The successful candidate will promote and use software development processes that efficiently support secure implementations and meeting C&A schedule objectives. Ideally, the candidate will provide IA and C&A thought leadership as needed in order for customers to deploy new capabilities on schedule and operate them securely. Qualifications Knowledge of operating system, network and security fundamentals, DoD and/or IC C&A processes, and software engineering principles and best practices. Ability to maturely handle dynamic work environment with ambiguous and sometimes conflicting requirements and objectives with attention to details and operational realities. Required Credentials BS/BA (MS/PhD preferred; computer science, mathematics or engineering preferred) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent Active United States Top Secret security clearance (SSBI) and eligible for an SCI Desired Experience 10+ years of experience in computer and network security 5+ years of experience with DoD and IC IA/C&A environments and operations Advanced technologies for cloud computing, virtualization, and security Advanced security threats for cloud and virtualized environments C&A under DCID 6/3 (knowledge of ICD 503 preferred) C&A for PL3 (PL 4 preferred) C&A under DITSCAP (DIACAP preferred) Writing and implementing comprehensive security test plans Software engineering tools that support IA and C&A needs such as requirements traceability, use-based design, security tests, and system build processes Operational security management and maintenance of government systems Job Location Northern Virginia Position Type Full-Time/Regular Computer Vision Software Engineer Job Description SET Corporation is actively seeking qualified candidates in the development and implementation of video processing algorithms for interpreting video from unmanned air vehicles. This work will include hands-on design, development, experimentation, and testing of real-time exploitation algorithms with UAVs in the laboratory and in flight. Algorithms for human and object detection, tracking, classification, and geolocation will be integrated with SET’s Realtime Airborne Video Environment (RAVE). User interface design/development, software optimization, and real-time systems development will be pursued in a team-oriented environment. Required Skills B.S. in Computer Science/Engineering with solid mathematical background and 4 or more years hands-on experience building computer vision systems. Experience designing and developing systems that employ video processing algorithms. Experience in software engineering and product building using object-oriented design principles in Java and C++. Very strong experience with Java Eclipse, Swing and JNI. Solid written and oral communication skills. This position requires an active United States security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a US clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA or Greenbelt, MD Position Type Full-Time/Regular Sensor Processing Engineer Job Description The Sensor Processing Engineer will develop real-time sensor processing systems for robotics applications, ranging from proof of concept demonstrations to efficient, reliable implementations. The successful candidate will work in small interdisciplinary teams to select hardware components and design and implement software to achieve real-time performance on prototype systems. Responsibilities include integrating into multi-threaded, multi-process, multi-processor environments (windows, linux, etc.) with cross-platform compatibility and portability. The sensor processing engineer will develop real-time software to process sensor data for closed loop real-time intelligent interactive and autonomous system applications. Examples include detecting and tracking moving objects over extended tracks. The sensor processing engineer should enjoy writing code close to the hardware for unmanned systems, from ground-based sensors to UAVs. Required Skills The ideal candidate will have an MS and 2 years or a BS and 5 years of experience developing real-time software for government or commercial software systems. Candidate must have experience developing C/C++ in MS Windows or Unix/Linux software development environments (such as visualC++ or gcc/g++/gdb/make) and tools (such as CVS, subversion or other CM system; bugzilla, roundup or other bug/issue tracking). Experience developing robust real-time systems is essential. BS or MS in Robotics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, EE, ME or related field. Have or be able to obtain DOD Secret clearance. Desirable Experience Sensor experience: video, radar, ladar, flash ladar, GPS/INS, compass, LRF, etc. Image and video formats and camera interfaces (1394 Firewire IIDC/DCAM, GigE, CameraLink) Sensor processing: video detection and tracking and object recognition Vision and image processing software libraries and tools: OpenCV, Intel IPL, and DirectX/DirectShow Sensor/actuator alignment and calibration Standard industrial software development, test, and maintenance practices, processes, and documentation, such as SEI CMM Real-time or high-speed code optimization on general-purpose processors (Intel) RTOS experience: Windows XP Embedded (XPe), VxWorks, LynxOS, QNX, RTLinux, etc. Scripting and prototyping: Matlab, perl, python Structured code, abstraction, encapsulation, device drivers, etc. Cross-platform capability, GUI, Java Job Location Arlington, VA, U.S. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Defense Operations Expert: Trainer/Technician Job Description The successful candidate will join a diverse team of systems engineers and military subject matter experts as a principal trainer/technician on one or more projects involving ground-based sensor systems. Strong communication and teaching/training skills are required. The candidate will be responsible for training military operators, commercial end users, and field technicians on all aspects of operating ground-based sensor equipment. The candidate must be capable of developing tactically sound operational employment plans with senior military and government leadership. The successful candidate will also be responsible for over-seeing the fielding and installation of military sensor equipment in real world applications, and must therefore be willing to deploy overseas to semi-austere environments for short periods of time. Responsibilities include: developing training plans, logistics plans, instruction manuals, and system performance reports, as well as providing subject matter expertise to a team of software and system engineers in order to optimize sensor system performance. The ideal candidate must have real world experience in defense operations involving screening and searching civilian populations. Required Skills Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years of military experience in a combat-arms related field. Real world experience in conducting counter-insurgency operations, with a thorough knowledge of all elements of military force protection, checkpoint operations, and screening techniques. General knowledge of ground sensor system strengths and limitations. Experience in teaching, training, and instructing large groups. Must be able to obtain medical clearance to deploy overseas. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. This position requires an active United States security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a US clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA, U.S. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Computer Vision Scientist Job Description The successful candidate will join an outstanding computer vision and sensor exploitation R&D group as a principal investigator on one or more projects involving applications of computer vision. Develop novel concepts, design algorithms, design systems and rapidly prototype software in the field of computer vision. Applications of interest include video processing, aerial video exploitation, hyperspectral and LIDAR image interpretation, photogrammetry, and mobile robotics. The successful candidate will be capable of performing original research, leading a small team of researchers and engineers, and winning new business from commercial and government clients. Required Skills Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields with 5 or more years hands-on research in image or video understanding. Experience performing and leading original research in computer vision applications. Current knowledge of research literature with a history of publication in the field. In-depth understanding of the latest computer vision research. Exceptional written and oral communication skills. This position requires an active United States security clearance or candidates must be eligible to receive a US clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA, or Greenbelt, MD, U.S. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Knowledge Discovery Researcher Job Description SET Corporation has a position for a strong researcher in the area of Knowledge Discovery. Areas of interest include user modeling, agent simulation systems, cognitive modeling, development of tools for data extraction from raw text and/or transactional data, indexing of multiple data sources, and information exploitation from text and/or transactional data using AI-modified probabilistic modeling, relational data mining, and/or intelligent data analysis techniques. The ideal candidate will collaborate with and build upon the expertise of current staff to identify opportunities for new sponsored research projects and will develop proposals for presentation to appropriate government agencies. He or she will be a recognized leader in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, Data Mining or Machine Learning with a strong record of success developing defense or intelligence-related information exploitation technologies. Required Skills He/she will be an experienced Principal Investigator with the ability to articulate a vision for the evolution and enhancement of such technologies and a practical appreciation of the technical and operational issues that impact the successful development of practical tools. The candidate must possess a strong record of success developing technologies that provide real-world solutions to complex data exploitation problems, and the ability to direct and lead the efforts of technical teams in the timely completion of projects. The preferred candidate will possess an advanced degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science or a closely related discipline, and a minimum of 5 years experience as a Principal Investigator. United States citizenship is required. The successful candidate may be subject to a security investigation, and should be able to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.. Current or recent relationships with intelligence agencies and/or sponsors of appropriate government research programs, (DARPA, AFRL, ONR, IARPA, etc.) is required. Job Location Arlington, VA, U.S. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Senior Software Engineer Job Description The Senior Software Engineer is responsible for include translating innovative sensor processing algorithms from proof of principal demonstrations into efficient, reliable software implementations. The senior software engineer will design and implement software applications for real-time performance working with algorithm developers to analyze, optimize, and refine their algorithm concepts. Responsibilities will also include integration of algorithm systems into multi-threaded, multi-process, multi-processor environments (windows, linux, etc.) with cross-platform compatibility and portability. The senior software engineer will also be responsible for constructively supporting the software development process including developing specifications, disciplined software design, coding standards, configuration management, test procedures, and documentation. Application domains of interest include processing of multi-dimensional radar and video data for object detection, tracking and recognition (MTI, ATR), area monitoring, change detection, intrusion detection, and hidden weapons detection for military and commercial customers from both ground-based and airborne sensors. Required Skills The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of experience developing software for government or commercial software systems. Some knowledge of 1D, or 2D signal processing is required. Experience with C/C++, MS Windows and Unix/Linux software development environments (such as visualC++ or gcc/g++/gdb/make, C#) and tools (such as CVS, subversion or other CM system; bugzilla, roundup or other bug/issue tracking) is required as is knowledge of standard industrial software development, test, and maintenance practices, processes, and documentation, such as SEI CMM. Knowledge of video detection and tracking algorithms is highly desirable as is experience with implementing object recognition algorithms. Some experience with real-time or high-speed code optimization on general-purpose processors (such as Pentium or Power PC processors) is highly desirable. Experience with vision and image processing software libraries and tools, such as OpenCV, Intel IPL, and DirectX/DirectShow is also highly desirable. Experience with image and video formats and camera interfaces (1394 Firewire IIDC/DCAM, GigE, CameraLink) is desirable. Experience with scripting and prototyping tools such as Matlab, perl, python, and Java is desirable. BS or MS in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, EE or related field. Have or be able to obtain DOD Secret clearance. Job Location Arlington, VA, U.S. Position Type Full-Time/Regular Signal Processing Scientist/Developer Job Description SET Corporation is actively seeking qualified candidates in the Research and Development of Radar Signal Processing Algorithms for detecting, tracking, and classifying objects of interest. This work will include hands-on design, development, experimentation, and testing of exploitation algorithms for high dimensionality real beam radars. Opportunity exists for integration of developed algorithms with prototype radar hardware. Application domains of interest include, target classification and tracking, intrusion/anomaly detection, and hidden weapons detection for military and commercial customers from ground-based sensors. Required Skills Bachelors or Masters degree with at least 5 years experience developing and implementing signal processing algorithms for 1D and 2D radar signals. Basic understanding of radar scattering phenomenology and radar signal processing. Knowledge of statistical techniques as well as radar modeling and analysis tools. The candidate is expected to be proficient in appropriate programming and scripting languages, such as Matlab, C/C++, Python, and Perl,. Experience with automatic target detection, tracking, and recognition algorithms across the RF spectrum is highly desirable. Experience with different radar modes, waveforms, and associated phenomenology (real-beam, HRR, Doppler, SAR, ISAR, etc) is also highly desirable. Less critical, but desirable: experience with signal processing for optical-plane imaging and ranging sensors (EO, IR, LADAR, HSI), hands-on experience with assembly, operation, and maintenance of sensor system hardware, cluster computing, HW/SW integration, Xpatch RF simulation code. Job Location Arlington, VA or Dayton, OH Position Type Full-Time/Regular