Intermediate Synthetic Aperture Radar; SAR Processing Analyst

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We are on the hunt for a Intermediate Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) Processor Analyst at our Richmond, BC, Canada office, to be a part of the next generation of Earth Observations space missions.

This is a role suited for an ambitious professional wanting to solve complex problems and develop novel algorithms that contribute to the betterment of our world.

• Develop novel signal processing algorithms to push the boundaries of SAR performance (resolution, swath width, Moving Target Indication (MTI) and more);
• Design, develop, maintain and enhance high quality SAR processor models and prototypes using current best practices in architecture and software development;
• Participate in trade-off studies and find solutions to ensure algorithms are implementable on real hardware (processor and radar HW);
• Investigate, troubleshoot, determine root causes and mitigate signal processing errors or induced artefacts in SAR image products;
• Performs system level analyses and develops models to predict and test system performance;
• Develops solutions to improve image quality;
• Develops and executes calibration plans for SAR missions;
• Coordinates SAR processing requirements and development with other stakeholders (payload team, applications, business development);
• Generates clear and thorough written reports documenting complex algorithms and technical performance; and
• Mentoring and coaching of junior team members.

• Undergraduate degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Math, Physics, or a combination of related education and experience;
• 3 years of experience working in an engineering or technical environment or a relevant post graduate degree ;
• 3 years working on complex signal processing systems (e.g. Radar, Medical Imaging, Sonar, etc) or a relevant post graduate degree;
• Solid understanding of the principles and practices concerning the design of high speed and high throughput data analysis and transmission;
• Ability and knowledge to work with MATLAB, Python or C++;
• Self-starter with the ability to perform in a dynamic working environment;
• Possess excellent problem solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to explain concepts to wide-ranging audiences (e.g. technical team, sales team, executives, customers, etc); and
• The ability to work within a large organization and understand dependencies and stakeholder needs.

• A post-graduate degree in a field involving complex signal processing;
• Appreciation of SAR remote sensing, including system design, operation, applications/exploitation and calibration;
• Appreciation for satellite based SAR Payload design and operations;
• Appreciation and understanding of modern software development methodologies;
• Experience in different types of engineering life cycles as applicable from large complex programs to software development;
• Appreciation for algorithm implementation on FPGA;
• Ability to learn new technologies and space borne remote sensing domain knowledge quickly; and
• A strong understanding of geospatial data.

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