Research Engineer (Detection in Noisy Signals)

Full job description
Vic, Melbourne
Engineering
16+22BR
About us:

Lockheed Martin Australia Advanced Systems & Technologies is Lockheed Martin’s first dedicated multi-disciplinary research organisation to be set up outside of the US and conducts research in artificial intelligence, signal and image processing, communication systems, and multidomain operations to deliver exciting outcomes that advance Australian capability.

We maintain strong local and international partnerships with academia, government, and wider industry to execute R&D from conceptual prototyping through to simulated and/or live trials, including our longstanding partnerships with Australia’s pre-eminent AI/ML research groups such as the Australian Institute of Machine Learning (AIML). We provide you with the opportunity to work within an innovative culture, to transform nascent technologies into meaningful capabilities of significance to our national security.

Your responsibilities will include:

You will execute application-driven research and prototype development drawing from engineering disciplines including Computer Science, Computer Vision, and Signal Processing. Additionally, you will:
Aid in the design and development of research programs that achieve application-driven objectives.
Execute research and development activities, implementing solutions that deliver transformational capability.
Communicate the outcomes of your work to customers and the community.
Maintain the currency of your knowledge of the cutting edge, and develop your technical and professional expertise to ensure the novelty of your solutions.
About you:

You possess deep knowledge and a passion for the application and stewardship of emerging technologies, and hold:
A degree within the disciplines of mathematics, statistics, computer vision, state estimation, or mechatronics, or demonstrable experience conducting relevant industry-based R&D in this area.
Experience developing solutions relating to statistical detection and estimation in noisy signals or images, such as machine perception, simultaneous localisation and mapping, or neuromorphic imaging.
Professional scientific or engineering experience in a project environment or multi-disciplinary research teams.
Strong communication skills, and an ability to produce timely and accurate research reporting materials.
Software development skills in Python, C++, or similar.
Special Requirements:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.

What we offer you:

When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else.
We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
Flexible work & Hybrid work options
Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development
Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, harassment free, diverse, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. Diversity and inclusion are the foundation of our culture and reflect our values of doing what’s right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
We welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.
Vacancy Country

Australia
Vacancy Type

Permanent
Employee Type

Full Time
Job Expires

07/05/2026
 

Australia
Victoria
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