Leidos Defense is seeking a talented
Radar Analysis IPT Lead to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex sensor and radar-oriented problems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.
Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly technical, hands-on Radar Analysis IPT Lead to execute and lead radar performance modeling and analysis activities for an advanced radar system. This role is not purely managerial - the selected candidate will directly perform detailed radar performance analysis while guiding a small team of analysts. The IPT Lead will leverage and adapt existing radar modeling and simulation toolsets developed on prior programs to assess detection, tracking, and system-level performance in realistic operational environments. The role requires deep understanding of radar physics, signal processing impacts, and practical performance verification methods.
Primary ResponsibilitiesHands-On Radar Performance Analysis
- Directly execute radar performance modeling using established tool suites (MATLAB, Python-based frameworks, C++ models, etc.)
- Adapt legacy radar performance tools to current system architecture and requirements
Tool Adaptation & Validation
- Assess applicability of previously developed radar performance models to current design
- Modify and extend modeling frameworks to reflect:
- Updated RF architectures
- Antenna/beamforming differences
- Processing chain updates
Signal Processing & Tracking Performance
- Analyze detection performance (CFAR variants, threshold selection)
- Evaluate tracking filter performance (e.g., Kalman-based estimators)
- Assess dwell time, PRF selection, waveform tradeoffs, and coherent integration impacts
- Identify algorithm sensitivities that drive system-level performance risk
Technical Leadership
- Lead a small radar analysis team while remaining the primary technical contributor
- Review and approve analysis products and technical reports
- Present quantitative performance assessments to program leadership and customers
- Provide clear, data-driven recommendations to influence system design decisions
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited school with a strong demonstration of the skills listed below will also be considered plus 4-8 years of experience in hands-on radar performance analysis. Masters with 2 - 6 years of prior relevant experience in hands-on radar performance analysis or PHD with 1-4 years of prior relevant experience in hands-on radar performance analysis.
- Proficiency in MATLAB for radar performance modeling.
- Must have good communication skills for working in a highly collaborative lab environment and interfacing with customers.
- US Citizen and possess and maintain a Final Secret Clearance.
- Be a resident of Huntsville, AL or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area.
Preferred QualificationsCandidate with additional skills in the following is preferred, but not required:
- Experience transitioning analysis tools between programs
- Familiarity with hardware performance drivers (noise figure, linearity, antenna gain patterns)
- Experience correlating simulation results with flight or range test data
Original Posting:June 23, 2026
Pay Range:Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
