Principal Radar Engineer

RSC2, Inc

$83K — $199K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret Clearance required.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years experience in radar and RF engineering, ideally with focus on air-to-air radar systems.
  • Familiarity with active protection and surveillance missions.
  • Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities

  • Define radar system architectures and design radar processing algorithms.
  • Support integration of radar systems into counter-defensive platforms.
  • Lead radar engineering projects from conception through implementation.
  • Conduct statistical analysis of radar system performance data.
  • Create and maintain engineering artifacts including SRD and Architecture Diagrams.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO).
  • Employer matching retirement plan.
  • Dynamic work environment with a collaborative culture.
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a Principal Radar Engineer to join our forward-thinking engineering team. This position will be critical in defining radar system architectures, designing radar processing algorithms, and supporting integration into counter-defensive systems. The ideal candidate will have the technical expertise and leadership skills to drive our radar projects from conception to completion.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge
  • Radar Systems: In-depth knowledge of radar system architectures, including air-to-air and counter-defensive radar systems. Familiarity with radar system concepts such as detection, discrimination, track, and signal processing algorithms.
  • Algorithm Development: Strong understanding of radar processing algorithms, waveform design, and signal processing techniques.
  • RF Engineering: Comprehensive understanding of Phased Array and Digital Beamforming Technology, as well as electronic protection methods.
  • Statistical and Numerical Analysis: Ability to conduct statistical analysis of radar system performance data using real or simulated data.
  • Systems Engineering: Expertise in the development of systems engineering artifacts such as System/Subsystem Requirements Documents (SRD), Architecture Diagrams, Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), and Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP).

Skills
  • Technical Leadership: Experience leading the development of radar systems, from architecture to implementation.
  • Systems Engineering Tools: Proficiency with MATLAB, DOORS, and Cameo System Modeler.
  • Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Technical Communication: Proficient in creating and delivering both informational and technical briefings. Technical writing experience in generating program and proposal documentation such as CONOPS, Test Plans, etc.
  • Programming and Modeling: Experience with the development and coding of system models, algorithms, test vectors, and analysis tools.
  • Collaboration: Ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative development environment, interacting effectively with internal and external customers across related programs.

Abilities
  • Customer Interaction: Capacity to work closely with customers to define requirements, propose solutions, assess costs, and discuss system impacts and effectiveness.
  • Adaptability: Aptitude for quickly adapting to new software and hardware environments relevant to radar and RF engineering.
  • Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail, especially when dealing with complex calculations, simulations, and design tasks.

Qualifications
  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; advanced degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in radar and RF engineering, preferably specializing in air-to-air radar systems.
  • Familiarity with missions such as active protection, vehicle protection, hostile fire detection, counter-UAV, counter-UAS, all-threat air surveillance, and 3D perimeter surveillance.
  • Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
  • Knowledge of Electronic Warfare/Electronic Attack/Electronic Protection techniques.
  • Experience using Jira for task management and issue tracking.

Work Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD.

Employment Type: Full-time, Salary-Exempt

Benefits Package: We offer a top-tier benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, employer matching retirement plan, and more!

Salary at RSC2 is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $83,000- $199,690 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical total compensation range for this position.

Salary Description

$83,000 - $199,690 per/year

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