The Radar System Engineer designs and tests radar systems, develops specifications, resolves customer issues, and assists with marketing activities.
Essential Job Functions:
HRL Laboratories, LLC is seeking a Radar System Engineer who will contribute technical expertise and work within a focused team that designs, integrates and tests radar systems operating from HF to 200+ GHz. Work closely with scientists and engineers to develop specifications and architectures for radar systems from the frontend components starting with the aperture to the backend components including the ADC, DSP, and processing flow behind it. Additional job functions include solving customer problems, writing invention disclosures, publishing papers, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities and assisting in marketing HRL expertise.
Experience Desired:
· Familiarity with radar systems with an emphasis on the radar frontend and backend, phased array radar systems, digital signal processing, and radar algorithms.
· Experience with radars including operation, testing and analyzing radar data.
· Use of MATLAB for developing radar waveforms and analyzing data collected by our systems.
· Experience with system simulators such as Simulink, VSS, and Systemvue is a plus.
· Experience with radar system integration
Knowledge Desired:
· Working knowledge of radar systems with an emphasis on FMCW radars, radar simulators, radar algorithms, and the analysis of radar data.
· A working familiarity with common passive and active microwave structures as well as antennas.
· The ability to program algorithms in C++, MATLAB, or an equivalent. Knowledge of module and subsystem operation/integration is a plus.
· Familiarity with FPGAs and programming FPGAs is a plus.
· Familiarity with system engineering best practices.
Essential Physical/ Mental Requirements:
· Applicant must be able to interact professionally with program managers, co-workers, customers, perform detailed analyses of radar systems and components, and prepare written and oral presentations.
· Ability to work well in a team and independently.
· 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.
· Applicant should be organized and detail oriented.
Education Desired:
BS, MS, or Ph.D. with experience in Radar Systems Engineering
Special Requirements:
US citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain US Government security clearance
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + 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.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Top Skills
C++
Matlab
Simulink
Systemvue
Vss
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