Systems Engineer II (Radar)

TL;DR

Systems Engineer II (Naval Technology): Leading systems engineering projects for Radar systems with an accent on signal processing and system-level trade-space assessments. Focus on guiding the development lifecycle from initial design through integration and test events for complex hardware and software systems.

Location: Chantilly, VA or Wake Forest, NC, United States. Must meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Company

A defense contractor developing advanced sonar, radar, and unmanned undersea platforms to empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces.

What you will do

• Lead small-to-medium systems engineering projects and technical work packages within cost and quality requirements.
• Guide Radar system development from initial design through finalization, integration, and test events.
• Perform system-level trade-space assessments to determine benefit trade-offs.
• Collaborate with RF, Mechanical, Electrical, and Software engineers.
• Document and specify system and subsystem level requirements.
• Provide technical input and cost estimation support for future proposals and IR&D activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of related experience.
• U.S. nationality and eligibility to obtain a security clearance.
• Significant experience with Radar or similar signal processing systems.
• Knowledge of algorithms for navigation, periscope detection, and discrimination.
• Proficiency in Linux-based system integration, testing, and execution in a laboratory environment.
• Experience planning and executing integration and test events for combined hardware and software systems.

Nice to have

• Experience with automated testing of software baselines.
• Knowledge of common Navy platforms and their interfaces.
• Understanding of X-band system trade-offs.
• Experience working with MIL-STDs for test requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-454, MIL-STD-901).
• Proficiency in Matlab, Mathcad, or other modeling languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous time off including up to 140 hours PTO in the first year and 11 paid holidays.
• Financial benefits including 401k with company match and annual performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health support with HSA contributions and insurance benefits starting the month following hire.
• Professional growth through an Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement).
• Additional perks such as a monthly student loan repayment program and wellness incentives.