Radar Systems Engineer Jobs

Explore Radar Systems Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Radar systems engineers develop, analyze, test, and maintain systems that detect and track objects using radio waves. Their work supports aerospace, defense, aviation, maritime, weather monitoring, and other technology-driven fields.

What Radar Systems Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but may include defining system requirements, designing radar architectures, modeling performance, analyzing signal-processing algorithms, integrating hardware and software, and validating systems through simulation and testing. Engineers may also investigate performance issues, document results, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, physics, or a related discipline, along with relevant experience. Commonly valued skills include radar fundamentals, RF and antenna systems, digital signal processing, systems integration, modeling and simulation, test engineering, and technical communication. Specific roles may require familiarity with tools such as MATLAB or Python, and some defense positions may have citizenship or security-clearance requirements.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Radar Systems Engineers work for defense contractors, aerospace companies, government agencies, technology firms, and research organizations. Job titles may include Radar Engineer, Radar Systems Architect, RF Systems Engineer, Sensor Systems Engineer, or Signal Processing Engineer. Senior and specialized positions can involve technical leadership, system architecture, program execution, or advanced research.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities across industries, and identify positions that align with your engineering background, technical strengths, and career goals.

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$104K - $194K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

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$104K - $173K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$238K - $365K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$238K - $365K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $194K *

Engineer innovative solutions by leading systems integration and verification efforts. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery of advanced hypersonic systems while managing technical challe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

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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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$132K - $251K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $196K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Radar Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Radar Systems Engineer designs, analyzes, integrates, and tests radar systems and related technologies. Work may cover system requirements, RF components, antennas, signal processing, simulation, and performance validation.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Radar Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles seek a bachelor's or advanced degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, physics, or a related field, plus relevant technical experience. Requirements differ by employer and may include specialized radar knowledge, software skills, or security clearance.

  • Which industries hire Radar Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Employers include defense and aerospace companies, government organizations, aviation and maritime businesses, weather and sensing technology providers, and research institutions.

  • What skills are useful for Radar Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Useful skills include radar and RF fundamentals, antenna systems, digital signal processing, systems engineering, modeling and simulation, integration and testing, programming, and clear technical communication.

  • Are Radar Systems Engineer jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles that may suit experienced radar systems engineers. Compensation varies by position, location, employer, and qualifications.