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The Air Traffic Control Systems Group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory has a long history of developing innovative and impactful technologies that enable safe, efficient, and secure transportation. We work in a wide range of mission areas, including weather sensing and forecasting, Air Traffic management, advanced air mobility, aviation cyber security, and military logistics. Our group brings together experts across multiple disciplines – systems analysis, meteorology, mathematics, computer science, aerospace engineering, human factors, Flight Operations, and others – to address the nation’s transportation problems. We develop advanced prototype systems and work closely with the US government, users, industry and academia to integrate and transfer them into real-world operations. Our technologies have been recognized nationally through numerous R&D100 awards, and we are proud to serve the country through our research. We offer a collegial work environment, value teamwork and diversity, and allow for flexible work arrangements.
We are seeking a technical staff member who can support a range of research and development needs within the Group. This position involves leading analytics efforts, leveraging complex data to develop cutting edge analytical algorithms to address challenging transportation problems. Work will involve user needs assessments, data analysis, algorithm development, modeling and simulation, systems integration, sponsor engagement and evaluation of systems in simulated and operational environments. In addition, the ideal candidate will also strengthen our coordination with the Laboratory Flight Test Facility (FTF) by having a background in aircraft Flight Operations and/or testing. The Flight Test Facility provides airborne platforms in support of specific research and development programs across the Laboratory’s mission areas. It is anticipated that the selected candidate will support a variety of FTF activities up to a 50% level. Activities may include flight test planning, analysis, safety review and reporting, UAS activity documentation, compliance with UAS requirements, and identifying increased collaboration opportunities between the FTF and technical and support teams in other parts of the Laboratory, especially the ATC Systems Group.
- PhD in Engineering, Applied Mathematics or other technical field of study or a Masters in a suitable discipline plus at least 5 years of relevant technical experience
- Graduate of a SETP recognized test pilot school
- Demonstrated understanding of data science techniques, such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and statistical methods
- Familiarity with algorithm development environments/languages like Python or MATLAB
- Demonstrated excellence in communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts in a clear, concise manner to a wide spectrum of audiences
- Ability to independently research and develop new methods to solve challenging problems of national interest
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Excellent writing skills
Desired Skills
- Background in Air Traffic Control or other transportation system research and development
- Flight crew experience in an operational and/or flight testing role
- Ability to obtain a FAA Medical Certificate (minimum third class)
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:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
- MIT-funded pension
- Matching 401K
- Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
- Mentorship programs
- A range of work-life balance options
- ... 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.
Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
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.
Requisition ID: 41041
