Associate Radar Integration & Test Engineer

Saab Automobile AB

$72K — $90K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics.
  • Technical experience in a relevant field.
  • Strong problem-solving and creativity skills.
  • Comfort with test lab environments.
  • Microsoft tools proficiency, especially Windows applications.
  • Experience with testing cloud service architectures.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and high quality standards.
  • Willingness to travel at least 25%.
  • Experience with radar systems and hardware/software integration (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Discover and solve complex technical problems.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze system anomalies.
  • Conduct production tests for radar systems.
  • Execute formal testing procedures with customer oversight.
  • Integrate hardware and software components effectively.
  • Perform data analysis using custom tools.
  • Generate comprehensive test reports.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders on technical issues.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
  • Tuition and student loan assistance programs.
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources.
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Are you naturally curious?  Do inconsistencies jump out at you?  Would you enjoy collaborating with a group of dedicated, enthusiastic people in a fast‑paced environment where priorities shift quickly and every day brings a new puzzle to solve?  Did you notice the repeated word in the previous sentence?  If so, then this is the job for you!

Saab, Inc. has an opening for the role of Integration & Test Engineer on our Surface Movement Radar program for the FAA.  As a critical member of the team, you will support the deployment of radar systems at some of the largest airports in the US. 

The position is based in our East Syracuse, NY office, with extensive travel required through 2028 (expect to be on site at an airport for 2-3 weeks every 8 weeks).

Responsibilities and learning opportunities include:

  • Discovering, investigating, and solving problems

  • Troubleshooting anomalies

  • Conducting system-level production tests to ensure proper manufacturing and assembly

  • Executing test procedures for formal selloff with customer witnesses

  • Integrating hardware and software components

  • Performing data analysis using custom test tools

  • Generating test reports

  • Interacting with internal and external stakeholders on technical and programmatic issues

Compensation Range: $72,000 - $90,000

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited degree program, with a major in an engineering discipline, computer science, physics, or mathematics.

  • Experience in a technical environment

  • The ability to be creative and solve problems

  • To be comfortable in a test lab environment

  • Experience with Microsoft tools and Microsoft Windows applications

  • Experience with testing a cloud service architecture

  • The ability to manage a dynamic workload in a fast-paced environment

  • Clear, concise, and correct written and oral communication, including grammar, spelling, and composition

  • High standards of quality and attention to detail

  • Willingness to travel minimum of 25% in support of program and business efforts.

Desired:

  • Experience with radar systems

  • Experience with hardware and software integration and test methodologies

  • Experience with operating electronic test gear such as oscilloscopes, power meters, and waveform generators

  • Familiarity with MATLAB

  • Familiarity with TCP/IP networking and protocols

  • Familiarity with Linux

  • Familiarity with Jira and Subversion

To be successful, you should:

  • Be energetic, tenacious, well-organized, flexible, and thorough

  • Create trust and influence to achieve goals diplomatically

  • Display creativity, ingenuity, reliable intuition, and well-developed problem-solving skills

  • Ask inquisitive questions and learn from the answers

  • Be able to generalize from examples and apply critical judgment

  • Practice time management and prioritization skills

  • Always consider context and stakeholders

  • Naturally think logically and critically

  • Read and follow directions and standard operating procedures

  • Handle responsibility well and respond to constructive feedback

  • Understand the need for control, reproducibility, and risk management and act accordingly and proactively

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents

  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays

  • 401(k) with employer contributions

  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance

  • Wellness and employee assistance resources

  • Employee stock purchase opportunities

  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage

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