Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
9+ years of radar systems and electronic warfare experience, ideally in defense
Extensive proficiency in Python, Java, and MATLAB
Strong analytical abilities for data-driven decision making
Active Secret Security Clearance required
Responsibilities
Design and execute radar simulations with Python, Java, and MATLAB
Develop radar features and user interfaces for Planner software
Research radar capabilities for integration into FBM Planner
Create tooling for behavior validation to support software product development
Participate in radar design reviews and technical evaluations for defense systems
Benefits
Full coverage medical insurance
Paid leave and holidays
Multiple retirement plan options
Short-term and long-term disability
Life insurance
Career development and recognition programs
Flexible work schedules
Company-sponsored events
Educational assistance
Full Job Description
Cepeda is looking for a talented Senior Radar Engineer to join the STARS Planner Software Development Team. You will drive the technical implementation of radar models and evolution of mission-critical warfighter training and planning tools. STARS FBM Planner is a Java based application that provides warfighters and sensor managers with the ability to rapidly plan, optimize, and deploy layered sensor search plans in operational timelines. Your Engineering expertise will directly enhance the survivability and battlespace awareness of fielded assets, integrating high-fidelity intelligence data, complex physics-based models, and tactical hardware health into a streamlined operational tool.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Design and execute radar simulations using Python, Java, and MATLAB to support programmatic decisions.
Design radar features and interfaces to be included in the Planner software.
Research radar capabilities and features to represent in the FBM Planner toolset
Support Software product development by creating tooling for behavior validation
Support radar design reviews and conduct technical evaluations for defense systems
Required Qualifications:
Must be a US Citizen
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering field from an accredited institution
9+ year's experience working with radar systems, simulations, and electronic warfare, preferably within the defense sector
Extensive experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, and MATLAB
Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions
Active Secret Security Clearance is required
Preferred Experience:
Previous roles as a Systems or Radar Engineer with notable projects in radar simulations and electronic warfare
Experience working with U.S. Army DEVCOM, MDA or similar defense organizations
Desired Skills:
Programming: Python, Java, MATLAB, VisualBasic
Tools: Gitlab, MATLAB, Python
What We Offer:
Our industry-leading benefits package goes above and beyond competitive salary commensuration for those just beginning their career and seasoned professionals alike. Our comprehensive benefits package includes full coverage medical insurance, paid leave and paid holidays, multiple retirement plan options, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and work/life benefits including career development and recognition programs. Other perks we offer are flexible work schedules, company-sponsored events, and educational assistance.
