Principal Radar Systems Engineer

What you will do

• Researching, understanding, and leading new RF sensing implementations for advanced radar solutions. Identifying new technical approaches and working with program and technical leadership to implement these approaches.
• Decomposing customer needs/complex problems and developing system concepts and solutions.
• Effectively using tools to create, evaluate, and document solutions and clearly communicate the solution to the team, STR management, and customers, which may include generating system models in Cameo.
• Designing, directing, and when necessary, implementing cutting-edge technology in multi-function radar systems.
• Conducting performance analysis through simulations and real-world testing to validate and optimize radar performance.
• Ensuring appropriate level of rigor is applied to achieve systems that meet customer needs.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, specifications and architectures for radars, and ensure seamless integration and interoperability of the system.
• Development and specification of simulation tools to facilitate test and verification of radar software and hardware components.

Who you are

• This position requires an Active Secret security clearance, and ability to obtain a Top Secret (TS) clearance with eligibility to support special access programs (SAP), for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.
• Expert understanding of and experience with entire radar systems and their principles of design, development, requirements verification, test planning, test execution, data analysis, and operations support.
• In-depth knowledge of how to implement radar modes, including transmit and receive waveform generation and signal processing.
• Proficiency in radar simulation tools and MATLAB.
• Experience in preparing and delivering high-level briefings to customers and senior management. Interacting with decision-makers and customers to translate mission needs into an end-to-end solution.
• Familiarity with the execution of technical reviews (SRRs, PDRs, CDRs, TIMs).
• Demonstrated experience in leadership and delivery of advanced development projects.
• Minimum of 10 years work experience as a Radar Systems Engineer.
• Background should include a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of applicable experience directly related to development and deployment of radar systems; Master's degree and at least 8 years of applicable experience; or PhD and at least 5 years of applicable experience. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Even Better

• 5+ years experience working with SysML models in Cameo (or similar tool).
• Experience working with software-intensive systems and open architecture.
• Familiarity with programming languages (e.g. C, C++, Python).

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $204,000 - $284,000

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.

STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.