Radar Signal Processing Engineer Jobs

Radar Signal Processing Engineers develop algorithms and systems that turn radar measurements into actionable information. Their work supports applications such as aerospace and defense, autonomous systems, weather monitoring, and advanced sensing. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Radar Signal Processing Engineers Do

These engineers design, implement, test, and optimize techniques for detecting, tracking, and classifying targets. Responsibilities may include analyzing radar returns, improving detection performance, reducing clutter and interference, and validating algorithms with simulations, recorded data, or hardware tests. The exact scope depends on the employer, product, and mission.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers may seek experience with digital signal processing, estimation and detection theory, tracking, array processing, waveform design, and statistical modeling. Programming skills in languages such as MATLAB, Python, or C++ are often useful, along with familiarity with simulation tools, real-time systems, and radar or RF fundamentals. Specific requirements vary by position.

Education and Career Paths

Many roles ask for a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or a related field. Advanced degrees can be valuable for research-focused positions, while hands-on experience building and evaluating signal-processing systems is important across many teams. Professionals may advance into technical leadership, systems engineering, algorithm architecture, or research roles.

Find Radar Signal Processing Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for Radar Signal Processing Engineer openings and related engineering opportunities. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, required experience, work location, and any eligibility or clearance requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next career move.

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$113K - $277K *

Pioneer advancements in radar systems analysis, leveraging your expertise to model and evaluate RF performance. Drive technical studies, propose solutions, and inform defense strategies within a colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by supporting the FAA's innovative Radar Surveillance Replacement initiative. Collaborate with teams at critical airports, ensuring seamless installation and implementation while l...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K *

Transform your career by leveraging your expertise in radar systems. This role involves independent troubleshooting, maintenance, and training, ensuring optimal performance of advanced radar equipment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $155K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of electronic warfare by leading RF mission system architecture development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for airborne threat simulation an...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Deliver advanced signal processing solutions as a seasoned engineer, collaborating on design, integration, and testing for military applications. Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing missile syste...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $98K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$107K - $195K *

Grow your career with a role focused on advanced signal processing in Electronic Warfare. You'll develop innovative algorithms, analyze complex data, and collaborate with a team to enhance national se...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $195K *

Build your career as a Signal Processing Engineer, enhancing EW programs by developing advanced algorithms and improving sensor performance. Collaborate with experts while solving complex challenges t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Develop innovative signal processing algorithms to enhance electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate within a dynamic team to analyze complex data and support product advancements, leading efforts to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of intelligent sensing systems by driving global product marketing initiatives for innovative mmWave radar solutions in diverse industrial markets, leveraging customer insights an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $265K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Radar Signal Processing Engineer do?question toggle

    A Radar Signal Processing Engineer develops and evaluates algorithms that interpret radar data, often for target detection, tracking, classification, and clutter or interference reduction.

  • What skills are common in Radar Signal Processing Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include digital signal processing, radar and RF fundamentals, detection and estimation theory, tracking, algorithm development, and programming in tools such as MATLAB, Python, or C++. Requirements differ by employer and role.

  • What education is typically needed for radar signal processing roles?question toggle

    Many employers prefer a bachelor's or graduate degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, physics, applied mathematics, or a related discipline. Relevant practical experience may also be important.

  • Where do Radar Signal Processing Engineers work?question toggle

    They may work in aerospace and defense, autonomous systems, communications, weather technology, research, and other industries that use radar or advanced sensing. Some positions may have location, citizenship, or security-clearance requirements.

  • How can I find Radar Signal Processing Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional openings and review each listing's salary information, qualifications, and work arrangements. Ladders specializes in jobs paying $100,000 or more.