Essential Job Functions:

Join our dynamic Systems Engineering team, where you will be at the forefront of innovation, influencing both the technical and strategic direction of the industry.

Imprint your senior -level technical expertise in the design, integration, and testing of advanced radar and communication system. Collaborate closely with a dedicated group of scientists and engineers to develop precise specifications for cutting-edge radar and communication frontend and backend components, as well as apertures.

Your role will extend beyond engineering tasks, offering opportunities to solve complex customer challenges, write impactful invention disclosures, publish papers in leading journals, and present cutting-edge solutions to customers. Additionally, you will be involved in proposal activities and play a key role in sharing HRL’s groundbreaking expertise to the broader community.

Required Skills:

Familiarity with radar and/or communication systems with an emphasis on one or more of the following: frontend and backend design, phased array systems, digital signal processing, and/or algorithms.

Experience with RF systems including operation, testing and analyzing collected data.

Use of system simulators such as Simulink, VSS, and Systemvue.

Proven track record of successful execution and delivery on previous RF systems programs.

Experience implementing system engineering principles and working with technical teams to ensure compliance with best practices.

Working knowledge of RF systems with an emphasis on commercial radar, military radar, cellular communication systems, SATCOM, and/or tactical communication systems.

Thorough understanding of system engineering principles.

Working familiarity of common passive and active microwave structures as well as antennas.

Ability to program algorithms in C++, MATLAB, or an equivalent.

Knowledge of module and subsystem operation/integration is a plus.

Familiarity with and experience programming FPGAs is a plus.

Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, and customers, as well as perform detailed analyses of radar systems and components, and prepare written and oral presentations.

Ability to work well in a team and independently.

Required Education:

M.S. with minimum 5 years of experience, 10 years preferred

B.S. with a minimum 7 years of experience, 12 years preferred

Physical Requirements:

Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Special Requirements :

U.S. citizenship is required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is $145,745 - $186,688 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

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