Radar Systems Engineer

About

DRS RADA Technologies, a subsidiary of Leonardo DRS, is focused on proprietary radar solutions and legacy avionics systems supporting the defense industry globally. The company is a global pioneer of AESA tactical radars for active military protection, counter‑drone applications, critical infrastructure protection, and border surveillance.

Job Summary

The Radar Systems Engineer will be responsible for the definition of radar system architectures, the development of concepts of operations for the radar system, the design of radar processing algorithms, and the development and decomposition of system, hardware and software requirements, and support integration of radars into counter‑defensive systems. Opportunities also exist to perform statistical analysis of the radar system performance using real and/or simulated data. Work is performed in a dynamic and collaborative development environment in support of multiple research and development efforts, working with internal and external customers across related programs.

Responsibilities

• Algorithm Development
• Signal Processing and Waveform Design
• Electronic Protection Methods
• Phased Array and Digital Beamforming Technology
• Radar Search, Track and Discrimination Design
• Statistical and Numerical Analysis of Radar Performance Data
• Integration and test of large systems
• Involved with the analysis, design, development and implementation of new and/or existing systems/subsystems (may include Architectural Design, Requirements Engineering, etc.)
• Determine system specifications; support acquisition of hardware and software (or subcontractor services as needed)
• Provide budget, cost and schedule input for design assignments
• Responsible for driving technology and completion of activity on time and budget
• Design, develop, analyze, document and support testing of products, systems or subsystems
• Ability to complete a technical project independently
• Document component and subsystem specifications and material requirements
• Communicate clearly (written and oral) with manufacturing, supply chain, program management and the customer as required
• Provide technical expertise and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• May mentor and coach the work of others as assigned
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with a minimum of 8 years of experience related to Systems/Software Engineering requirements, architecture, design, development, and implementation
• DoD Secret level clearance or ability to obtain a clearance
• Domain and technology knowledge; ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems
• Experience in leading the development of systems engineering artifacts such as System/Subsystem Requirements Documents (SRD), Architecture Diagrams, Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), and Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
• Ability to interact with customers to define requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness
• Experience working with MATLAB, DOORS, Cameo System Modeler

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior systems engineering experience on US DoD projects utilizing Model Based System Engineering (MBSE)
• Familiarity with architecture, hardware, software, and system integration of AESA radars
• Experience with radar system concepts; signal processing, detection, tracking and discrimination algorithms, their performance evaluation, and their implementation in software and firmware (FPGA)
• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare/Electronic Attack/Electronic Protection techniques
• Experience with image/video object detection and tracking
• Experience with sensor data fusion
• Experience with target classification, recognition and identification
• Experience with the development and coding of models, algorithms, test vectors and analysis tools in support of analyzing radar system requirements and performance
• Ability to create and deliver informational and technical briefings; technical writing experience in generating technical documents (CONOPS, Test Plans, etc.)
• Experience with using Jira as a task management and issue tracking tool
• Experience with Agile and DevOps

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: $134,332 – $208,551 per year (good‑faith estimate; actual pay may vary based on factors such as location, experience, education, certifications, etc.)
• Additional compensation: annual performance‑based bonuses, equity awards, overtime pay (for non‑exempt employees as applicable)
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Employer‑matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave (including state‑mandated paid sick leave)
• Parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, life and disability insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions, telemedicine, legal insurance
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being
• Flexible work schedules (9/80 program), competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, community service hours
• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

U.S. Citizenship required. This position may require an active DoD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.