Senior Principal in AI and RF Spectrum Applications

2 weeks ago


New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States MITRE Full time

Why choose between impactful work and a rewarding life? At MITRE, you can achieve both. Our team is dedicated to addressing the most pressing challenges facing our nation, while we prioritize the long-term well-being of our employees. MITRE stands apart from typical technology firms; we are a not-for-profit organization focused on serving the public interest, free from commercial conflicts that could sway our mission. The research and development centers we manage for the government create significant impacts across various sectors, including cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We strive to make a difference every day, contributing to a safer, healthier, and more secure nation and world.

Department Overview:

This role will engage with MITRE, its sponsors, industry partners, and academic institutions to enhance the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in radio frequency (RF) applications, particularly in critical areas such as spectrum sharing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Formulate technical strategies in collaboration with other MITRE technical leaders for the U.S. Government in these specialized fields. Educate and guide sponsors on challenges and viable solutions.
  • Foster collaborations with industry and academia, influencing their initiatives to align with the U.S. Government's vision and required capabilities. Identify opportunities for partnership with MITRE.
  • Recognize and lead the development of new business opportunities, both within MITRE's Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) and directly through MITRE Labs.
  • Support MITRE's internal research and development initiatives. Identify and prioritize research needs, collaborating with staff to create research proposals.
  • Serve as a key technical contributor on one or more projects within MITRE's operational framework.
  • Lead the development of L150's expertise in AI applications for RF systems and spectrum sharing. Identify the need for new capabilities to support the operational agenda, advocating for investment and guiding their development.
  • Build a diverse portfolio of RF solutions applicable to various sponsor mission requirements.
  • Collaborate with project leaders across the organization to ensure effective utilization of MITRE's capabilities to maximize impact for our sponsors.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Eligibility to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 10 years with a Master's degree; or a PhD with 7 years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience within the U.S. government research ecosystem.
  • Strong technical foundation and research experience in applying AI to various RF systems (e.g., communications, radar, navigation systems) and spectrum sharing.
  • Ability to build consensus and partnerships across industry, academia, and sponsors to advance state-of-the-art solutions.
  • Capability to collaborate with sponsors to understand their use cases and develop actionable pathways.
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • This position requires a minimum of 50% hybrid on-site work.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to obtain a Top Secret or higher clearance.
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Publications in peer-reviewed journals.
  • External visibility (e.g., conference leadership, articles, interviews).
  • Experience in proposal writing (e.g., NSF).

Our Culture: At MITRE, our culture is a vital asset that thrives through our people and leaders. Our leaders are expected to demonstrate and continuously develop a consistent set of shared Leadership Competencies:

  • Strategic Mindset: Aligns efforts across MITRE to fulfill our mission by engaging broadly, making informed decisions, and executing the Good Growth Strategy.
  • Create Value: Approaches complex problems with a national and global perspective, leveraging the full capabilities of our team to pursue innovative, scalable, and sustainable solutions.
  • Cultivate Inclusion: Fosters an environment built on trust, where individuals can be their authentic selves, feeling welcomed and respected for their contributions. Embraces diversity to enhance MITRE's impact in solving critical issues.
  • Communicate for Impact: Delivers compelling messages tailored to stakeholders' needs, engaging and inspiring action through active listening and collaboration.
  • Commit to Action and Outcomes: Holds self and others accountable for achieving established objectives while exemplifying cultural attributes and delivering impactful results.

Work Location Type: Hybrid

MITRE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.



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