Senior Algorithms Engineer

The Algorithm team at Fortem is looking for an experienced Senior Algorithms Engineer with a passion for solving difficult problems. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for designing, maintaining, and improving a variety of radar algorithms, with a focus on those related to radar signal processing and target detection/tracking. This is an 100% on-site position and U.S. Citizenship is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and validate effective and efficient signal processing algorithms to improve target detection and tracking 
• Implement those algorithms on embedded hardware with timing and resource utilization constraints (primarily using C++) 
• Develop test cases using real-world data to validate the efficacy of the algorithms and iterate the design process based on deficiencies. 
• Work with the DroneHunter and SkyDome application teams to ensure that the radar output meets their requirements  
• Derive and develop metrics to evaluate the performance.
• Signal processing, machine learning, and estimation tasks as needed.
• Other engineering activities and tasks to support the success and growth of Fortem Technologies, Inc.

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Experimental Physics, Mathematics,
• Computer Science or a closely related field
• Strong experience and familiarity with radar algorithms (e.g. phased array processing, beamforming, MIMO, MUSIC, STAP, CFAR, detection), especially those related to Moving Target Indication (MTI)
• Experience with radar-based multiple target tracking is a plus

Knowledge of and experience with the following:

• Digital signal processing and numerical analysis (e.g., Fourier transforms, digital filters, linear algebra, optimization)
• Rapid numerical prototyping in Python
• Programming in C++
• Programming in Cuda is a plus
• Radar simulation

Other Requirements

• Enjoy taking initiative and working with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to communicate technical concepts & details effectively
• Ability to work in a small and fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude, team-oriented spirit, and enthusiasm for our goals
• A curious outlook - willingness to learn new things and solutions to fit the problem
• A strong sense of ownership and passion for completing a job well - attention to detail
• Ability to work well with all levels of the company regardless of seniority
• Sense of humor and ability to proactively problem solve
• Prior drone (UAV) experience is a plus

About Us

Fortem Technologies is the global leader in airspace security, delivering advanced solutions that protect against today’s autonomous aerial threats while ensuring the safety of tomorrow’s advanced air mobility. Fortem’s AI-powered SkyDome® Family of Systems combines TrueView™ sensors, command-and-control software, and autonomous DroneHunter® interceptors to defend military, government, and commercial operations worldwide from hostile or unauthorized drones. Fortem is the only company authorized to deploy a drone-on-drone kinetic interceptor in U.S. airspace, and its technology has been validated in operational deployments across Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia.

Headquartered in Lindon, Utah, Fortem is privately held and backed by Lockheed Martin, DCVC, Toshiba, AE Industrial Partners, AIM13, Signia Venture Partners, and others.

Fortem Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. We believe that diversity drives innovation and makes us stronger.