2 x PhD Opportunities with SRC Aus - Defence Trailblazer

Job no:513253
Work type:Fixed term - Full-time
Campus:Adelaide
Categories:Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Trailblazer

2 x PhD Opportunities with SRC Aus

Project 1:  Development of novel machine learning algorithms for cognitive electronic warfare

Project 2:  Development of broadband electronic warfare sensors for signal detection and direction

Work closely with skilled experts on a defence industry led project with SRC Australia and translate research into a tangible solution for Defence.

• This project is jointly funded by the Defence Trailblazer program and SRC Australia.
• Scholarship of $50,000 p.a | No tuition fees (conditions apply)
• Access paid annual, parental and personal leave

Project 1: The aim of this PhD project is to develop novel machine learning algorithms and adaptive methods to automatically respond to the constantly changing and complex Radio Frequency (RF) environment in electronic warfare (EW). The project will involve the design, implementation, and testing of new machine learning techniques to identify and predict the characteristics and behaviour of RF emitters, in order to improve the performance of EW receiver processing.

Project 2:  The aim of the project is to develop a novel airborne ES sensor capable of operating in a complex congested RF environment. The sensor will consist of a broadband antenna array, RF front end and digital backend. The candidate(s) will develop novel antenna designs with Direction Finding (DF) functionality, integrating the designs to build a complete sensor device. They will also be exposed to cutting edge algorithms for emitter DF, and signal parameterisation and characterisation.

Who you are:

You can demonstrate your experienced programming skills in MATLAB, Python, and/or relevant programming languages; you have strong experimental and numerical skills in antennas, RF circuit designs and signal processing. Defence Industry professionals are encouraged to apply. Contact Lisa Staines , Defence Trailblazer Workforce Portfolio Manager about converting the project to a Masters.

Please note - due to security clearances required, this opportunity is ONLY available to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents, New Zealand Citizens or international students currently studying in Australia, who are citizens of Five Eyes Alliance Nations .

To Apply: Click here for more information on the research project, Defence Trailblazer, and how to express your interest.

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